Keeping Balance & Preventing Falls

Lists causes and health hazards of falls. Outlines methods of preventing falls among the elderly. Lists the techniques for improving balance among the elderly. Describes procedures to prevent falls and reduce the risks of injury.

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Booklet

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Hour 1

Falls In The Elderly

Gender and Falls: Who Falls More, Men or Women?
Hip Fractures In The Elderly: A Special Problem
Risk Factors and Causes of Falls In The Elderly

Hour 2

Prevention Of Falls In The Elderly

Fall Prevention Education Programs for Older Adults.
Regular Exercise and Physical Therapy
Exercise to Improve Balance

Hour 3

A Special Problem: Falls In Nursing Homes

Falls In The Workplace
Falls In Nursing Homes and Hospitals
Preventing Falls: Hendrich II Model

Learning Objectives

List causes and health hazards of falls.
Outline methods of preventing falls among the elderly.
List the techniques for improving balance among the elderly.
Describe procedures to prevent falls and reduce the risks of injury.

Products specifications

Instructor	M. Howard, Ph.D.
Contact Hours:	3
More Information About This Course:	Keeping Balance & Preventing Falls accreditation
# of Pages	51

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