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The programme and facility are called SAFE (Safety And Fall Elimination) Programme and Falls Prevention Programme, respectively.
Type of Facility: Long-term care for senior citizens is the focus of this nursing home.
Description of a fictional patient
Name of Patient: Harold Carter, Mr.
85 years old
PMH, or medical history:
Amlodipine is used to control hypertension.
Chronic discomfort and restricted motion are symptoms of osteoarthritis in the knees and hips.
peripheral neuropathy brought on by diabetes type 2.
Two years ago, there was a transient ischemic attack (TIA) that caused modest cognitive impairment.
Risk elements:
Gait instability and impaired balance are intrinsic risks.
Fall history: one fall in the previous six months was documented.
Taking more than five medications, including a diuretic, is known as polypharmacy.
Extrinsic risks include a disorganised living area with loose rugs and misplaced furnishings.
His bedroom and corridor are not well-lit at night.
There are no grab bars in the restroom.
Tools or Assessments Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test:
assesses balance and mobility.
A time of less than 12 seconds is considered normal; a time of more than 14 seconds suggests a significant danger of falling.
MFS, or Morse Fall Scale:
evaluates fall risk using six factors, including fall history and ambulatory aid use.
High fall risk is indicated by scores more than 45.
BBS, or Berg Balance Scale:
evaluates both dynamic and static balance.
A high risk of falling is indicated by a score of less than 41 out of 56.
False Outcomes
TUG Test: Mr. Carter has a high fall risk because it takes him 18 seconds to finish.
MFS: Polypharmacy, ambulatory aid use, and prior falls resulted in a score of 60.
BBS: A moderate to high risk of falling is confirmed by a score of 34/56.
Training and Personnel Needed for Programme Initiation:
Teach carers and nursing personnel patient monitoring, safe transfer practices, and fall prevention measures.
Hire a physical therapist to do exercises for balance and mobility.
Speciality Products and Environment Changes:
Put grab bars in the halls and restrooms.
Remove carpets and clutter, and place non-slip mats in their place.
To guarantee sufficient vision at night, install motion-activated nightlights.
Tools and Documentation:
Create paperwork for evaluating each resident’s fall risk.
Establish procedures for reporting fall incidents in order to monitor occurrences and enhance the programme.
Hazards Particular to Mr. Carter
Risks that are inherent:
osteoarthritis-related weakness in the lower body.
lack of sensation in the feet due to peripheral neuropathy.
mild cognitive impairment that impairs spatial awareness and decision-making.
Extrinsic Risks: His living area’s uneven flooring.
bathroom that is inaccessible and lacks grab rails.
At night, passageways are dimly lit.
Initial Evaluation of Programme Implementation:
Use TUG, MFS, and BBS to conduct thorough fall risk assessments for every resident.
Improvements to Environmental Safety:
Move furniture around to make room for walkways.
Install safety features like non-slip flooring and grab bars.
Interventions Focused on the Resident:
Offer strength and balance training activities under a physical therapist’s supervision.
Plan regular inspections and motivate Mr. Carter to regularly utilise his walker.
Employee Education:
Organise frequent training courses on safe patient handling practices and fall prevention measures.
Observation and Input:
Examine incident reports every month to spot trends and improve preventative measures.
In conclusion
To lower the number of falls among older individuals, the SAFE Programme integrates interdisciplinary cooperation, proactive risk assessment, and environmental changes. This programme guarantees a safer living environment and enhances Mr. Carter’s general quality of life by addressing his intrinsic and extrinsic hazards.
Citations
O’Connell, B., McDermott, F., Haines, T. P., Lee, D. C., & Hoffmann, T. (2015). Why do elderly patients in hospitals take risks that could result in falls? Expectations for Health, 18(2), 233-249. Hex.12021 https://doi.org/10.1111
Johnson, J. K., and W. A. Sollecito (2022). Health Care Continuous Quality Improvement, Fifth Edition. Bartlett & Jones Learning.
WHO, the World Health Organisation (2007). worldwide report on older adults’ fall prevention. Fall Prevention 7 March.pdf https://www.who.int/ageing/publications/
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Falls Prevention program
Levels of Achievement
Criteria Points
The name of the program? (maybe include an acronym) 0 to 10 points
What type of facility? (eg. hospital, nursing home, etc.) 0 to 10 points
Describe a �ctitious patient that will experience the speci�c intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors as a geriatric syndrome of falls. (PMH: Make up what you need to for the report)
0 to 20 points
Name at least three (3) instruments or evaluations speci�c to the patient. 0 to 10 points
Give �ctitious results that you believe that you will see with your �ctitious patient. (with results of instruments or tests)
0 to 10 points
What will you need to initiate the program? Anything from forms to personnel, training, specialty items, etc
0 to 10 points
Risks: intrinsic/extrinsic the factors relevant to this particular situation 0 to 10 points
How will you institute the program you have developed 0 to 10 points
APA 7th edition compliant 0 to 10 points
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