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Which resident is at the highest risk for falling?
- A.Mr. Reed, who is dizzy from new medicine and has fallen before
- B.Ms. Lane, who walks the halls daily without any difficulty
- C.Mr. Fox, who has strong legs and uses no walking device
- D.Mrs. Day, who sleeps soundly and rarely leaves her bed
Correct answer
A. Mr. Reed, who is dizzy from new medicine and has fallen before
Why
Dizziness, certain medicines, weakness, and a history of falls are major risk factors that often combine. Strong, steady walkers without those factors are at much lower risk.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Safety: Fall Prevention · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-127).