Senior Care Safety and Fall Prevention 3

Question 1

Which exercise type is most beneficial for reducing fall risk in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Balance and strength training

Answer

High-intensity aerobics

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Passive range of motion only

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Swimming laps

Question 2

Why is the bathroom considered a high-risk fall zone for seniors?

Accepted Answer

Wet slippery surfaces, confined space, and the effort of transfers increase fall risk significantly

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Bathrooms have poor ventilation

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Lighting is usually too bright in bathrooms

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Residents spend too much time in the bathroom

Question 3

What does a Timed Up and Go (TUG) test assess in older adults?

Accepted Answer

Mobility, balance, and fall risk

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Medication adherence speed

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Cognitive function and memory

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Cardiovascular endurance

Question 4

Nocturia (frequent nighttime urination) increases fall risk in seniors because:

Accepted Answer

It forces residents to navigate to the bathroom when drowsy, in low light, and with reduced muscle readiness

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It causes dehydration

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It is a sign of caffeine dependency

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It raises blood pressure during the night

Question 5

Which medication class prescribed to seniors with heart disease can cause dizziness leading to falls?

Accepted Answer

Antihypertensives (blood pressure medications)

Answer

Antibiotics

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Antacids

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Laxatives

Question 6

A caregiver notices that a resident's shoes are worn and the soles are smooth. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Document the observation and notify the nurse or social worker to arrange for proper footwear

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Tell the resident to be more careful walking

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Tape non-slip pads to the bottom of the shoes immediately

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Ignore it as footwear is not a clinical concern