Fall precautions Teaching 616
Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls when bathing. Get into the shower/tub by putting the weaker leg in first. Get out of the tub / shower with the strong side first. Use a long handle brush or mittens with straps to help with bathing.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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