The nurse is contributing to a staff education program to prevent falls in the older population. What should the nurse include as areas to assess for fall prevention? (Select all that apply.)
a. Use of alcohol
b. History of falls
c. Medication side effects
d. Pressure sore development
e. Gait and balance screening
ANS: A, B, C, E
A. B. C. E. Assessment may include the use of alcohol, a history of falls, and review for medications that may cause dizziness, weakness or sleepiness as well as gait and balance screening. D. Pressure sore development is not assessed for fall prevention in the older patient.
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