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Falls Prevention

9th Oct 2024
1:00 - 2:00pm (BST)
9th Oct 2024
1:00 - 2:00pm (BST)
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Summary

Don't miss this essential teaching session on Falls Prevention. This program offers valuable insights into the mechanisms, risks, and prevention strategies of falls, which is a leading cause of injury among the elderly. Join us to enhance your understanding and skills in this critical area of healthcare, improve patient safety, and reduce healthcare costs. Perfect for nurses, doctors, and other healthcare providers wishing to specialize or improve their current practice in geriatric care.
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Learning objectives

1. To understand the common risk factors and causes associated with falls in both hospital and home settings, particularly among elderly patients. 2. To learn how to conduct a comprehensive fall risk assessment for patients and regularly monitor their status. 3. To familiarize with the latest guidelines, techniques and interventions for falls prevention, including environmental modifications, physical therapies and medication adjustments. 4. To interpret the psychological impacts of falls on patients, such as fear of falling again, and effectively educate them about fall prevention. 5. To evaluate the effectiveness of implemented fall prevention strategies and adapt approaches based on individual patient needs.
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9th Oct 2024
1:00 - 2:00pm (BST)
Link not provided
Attendance certificate available
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Free