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Falls Prevention
Course Description
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalisation among older adults, posing significant challenges for healthcare professionals and patients alike. This training module equips healthcare staff with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to assess fall risks, implement evidence-based prevention methods, and provide effective post-fall care.
Course Summary
Duration: 1 Hour
CPD Points: 1
Format: Online, self-paced
Access Period: 6 months from date of purchase
Certificate: Certificate of Completion
Who Is This Course For?
Nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals
Care workers and support staff in hospitals, care homes, and community settings
Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and pharmacists involved in falls prevention
Healthcare trainees seeking CPD accreditation in patient safety and elderly care
Course Contents
Understanding Falls
Prevalence and impact of falls
Statistics, consequences, and risk factors
Anatomy and Physiology
Age-related changes affecting fall risk (balance, vision, muscle strength)
Risk Assessment
Screening tools and techniques
Intrinsic vs. extrinsic risk factors
Falls Prevention Strategies
Exercise and mobility programs
Medication review and environmental modifications
Use of assistive devices
Communication and Education
Engaging patients and families
Promoting awareness and encouraging reporting
Falls Documentation and Reporting
Standardised tools and protocols
Post-fall assessment and reporting procedures
Collaborative Care
Working with multidisciplinary teams (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists)
Post-Fall Management
Immediate response, treatment, and follow-up care
Evaluation and Monitoring
Reviewing effectiveness of strategies
Reassessing fall risks
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Duty of care, consent, and confidentiality
Ethical responsibilities in falls prevention
Course Outcomes
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
Understand the prevalence and impact of falls among older adults.
Identify both intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors for falls.
Conduct thorough fall risk assessments using appropriate tools.
Implement evidence-based prevention strategies.
Communicate effectively with patients and families about prevention.
Accurately document and report falls incidents.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive care.
Manage post-fall assessments and follow-up appropriately.
Evaluate and refine falls prevention strategies in practice.
Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities related to falls prevention.
Frameworks & Standards
Based on NICE guidelines and international best practices in falls prevention.
Fully aligned with NMC CPD requirements for revalidation.
Designed to enhance patient safety and quality of care.
