Falls

Question 1

Coming to rest inadvertently on the ground or at a lower level

Answer 1

Fall

Question 2

_ out of 3 adults > 65 y/o report falls each year

Answer 2

1

Question 3

Some sequelae of falls

Answer 3

• decline in functional status
• nursing home placement
• increased use of medical services
• fear of falling

Question 4

Causes of falls

Answer 4

complex interaction of

• intrinsic factors
• challenges to postural control
• mediating factors

Question 5

Intrinsic risk factors for falls

Answer 5

older age, balance problems, cognitive impairments, female, hx of fall, pain, Parkinson’s, leg weakness, gait issues, stroke, arthritis

Question 6

Physical exam maneuvers for falls

Answer 6

• Functional reach test
• Up and Go test
• Berg Balance Test
• Performance-Oriented Mobility Assessment

Question 7

______ supplementation has been shown to decrease fall risk

Answer 7

Vitamin D

Question 8

Single most predictive risk factor for patient’s future fall risk?

Answer 8

Prior fall

Question 9

Medication that is highly associated w/ falls?

Answer 9

Benzos - lorazepam

Question 10

Based on controlled clinical trials, which of these interventions can help prevent future falls?

Answer 10

Vitamind D supplement