Fall Prevention

All patients are screened for fall risk level at admission. Look to see if there is a flyer posted at patient rooms indicating that a patient may be at risk for falls. Never attempt to assist a patient to navigate within a room or exam room – notify a provider for assistance. If you find a patient has fallen, do not attempt to lift or move them – call for help and notify a provider immediately.

All Inpatients Should Have The Following:

• Call light within reach. 
• Bed in lowest position with brakes locked. 
• Clear environment. 
• Crib rails or bed rails in highest position for pediatrics.

High fall risk interventions include:

• Yellow socks for adults 
• Orange or green for toddlers/youth 
• Purposeful rounding 
• Bed or chair alarm or other assistive device