Senior Care Safety and Fall Prevention 2

Question 1

After a resident falls, what is the caregiver's first priority?

Accepted Answer

Assess the resident for injury and call for the nurse

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Complete an incident report

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Help the resident up immediately to prevent embarrassment

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Call the resident's family

Question 2

Physical restraints in US long-term care facilities are regulated primarily because:

Accepted Answer

They can cause physical harm, psychological distress, and violate resident rights

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They are too expensive

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They require too many staff to apply

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Residents find them uncomfortable but otherwise safe

Question 3

What is the purpose of a Falling Star program or similar visual indicator in a care facility?

Accepted Answer

To visually identify residents at high fall risk so all staff can take precautions

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To identify staff who have won awards

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To mark rooms that need extra cleaning

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To indicate which residents have ambulatory restrictions

Question 4

Which vitamin deficiency is commonly associated with increased fall risk and bone fragility in seniors?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin B12

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Vitamin K

Question 5

A resident with a hip fracture who has been cleared to walk should use which assistive device first?

Accepted Answer

A standard walker for maximum support

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No device, to promote strength

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A cane for balance

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A wheelchair only

Question 6

Which of the following is a correct statement about bed side rails in senior care?

Accepted Answer

Side rails can be a restraint and a potential entrapment hazard requiring individualized assessment

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Full side rails are always required for safety

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Side rails should always be raised when any resident is in bed

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Side rails have no safety risks when used properly