Senior Care Safety and Fall Prevention

Question 1

Which factor is considered the most significant risk for falls in elderly residents?

Accepted Answer

History of previous falls

Answer

A history of previous falls is the single strongest predictor of future falls in older adults.

Question 2

What is the correct way to respond if a resident begins to fall while you are assisting them?

Accepted Answer

Lower the resident safely to the floor, protecting their head

Answer

Guiding the resident to the floor in a controlled manner prevents injury from an uncontrolled fall.

Question 3

Which of the following is an environmental modification that can reduce fall risk?

Accepted Answer

Installing bed alarms and ensuring adequate lighting in hallways

Answer

Bed alarms alert staff to unsupervised movement and adequate lighting reduces trip hazards in low-visibility areas.

Question 4

What type of footwear best reduces fall risk in seniors?

Accepted Answer

Non-slip, well-fitted shoes or footwear with backs

Answer

Non-slip, well-fitted, enclosed footwear provides traction and ankle stability to reduce fall risk.

Question 5

A resident is assessed as a high fall risk. Which intervention is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Place the resident's call light within reach and keep the bed in the lowest position

Answer

Keeping the bed low and the call light accessible empowers the resident to call for help while minimizing injury if a fall occurs.

Senior Care Practice Test