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What Assessments Should Be Performed After a Fall?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 36,000 people 65 or older die annually from fall-related injuries. This makes understanding what assessments should be performed after a fall crucial for immediate care and future prevention. The steps range from immediate injury evaluation to a more comprehensive medical and environmental assessment.

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How to assess a patient who has fallen?

Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in adults over 65, with over 3 million people treated in emergency departments annually for fall-related injuries. Knowing how to assess a patient who has fallen is a critical skill for all healthcare providers to ensure immediate care, identify underlying causes, and implement preventive measures to reduce future risks.

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When performing your secondary assessment on an older patient who has been injured, it is important to remember their unique vulnerabilities.

Fact: Due to age-related physiological changes, older adults are more susceptible to severe injuries from less traumatic events than younger individuals. When performing your secondary assessment on an older patient who has been injured, it is important to recognize these unique vulnerabilities to ensure a thorough and accurate evaluation.

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