Fall Risk Assessment and Prevention Strategies

Fall Definition

Event resulting in unintended ground contact.

Extrinsic Factors

Environmental elements contributing to fall risk.

Intrinsic Factors

Personal characteristics increasing fall likelihood.

Polypharmacy

Use of multiple medications increasing fall risk.

Timed Up & Go Test

Assessment measuring mobility and fall risk.

Presbyopia

Age-related difficulty focusing on near objects.

Cataracts

Clouding of the eye's lens affecting vision.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Eye disease from diabetes causing vision loss.

Macular Degeneration

Progressive loss of central vision with age.

Conductive Hearing Loss

Hearing loss due to external/middle ear issues.

Sensorineural Hearing Loss

Hearing loss from inner ear or neural damage.

Tinnitus

Perception of sound without external stimuli.

Frailty

Increased vulnerability to adverse health outcomes.

Visual Acuity

Clarity or sharpness of vision measurement.

Balance Training

Exercises to improve stability and prevent falls.

Osteoporosis Risk

Increased likelihood of bone fractures and falls.

Environmental Hazards

Physical conditions increasing risk of falls.

Gait Assessment

Evaluation of walking ability and stability.

Hearing Aids

Devices aiding individuals with hearing loss.

Assistive Listening Devices

Tools enhancing sound perception for hearing impaired.

Visual Field Loss

Reduction in the area visible to the eye.

Medication Review

Evaluation of current medications for safety.

Home Safety Assessment

Evaluation of living space for fall risks.

Cognitive Impairment

Reduced mental function affecting daily activities.

Low Contrast Acuity

Difficulty seeing in low-light or low-contrast situations.