How this exercise works
Score fall-risk factors on the Morse Fall Scale — history of falling, secondary diagnosis, ambulatory aids, IV, gait, and mental status. Total points guide fall precautions.
Fundamental concept
Scoring fall history, secondary diagnoses, ambulation aids, IV therapy, gait, and mental status to target fall precautions.
Read: Morse Fall Scale Risk Assessment →Scenario
A postpartum patient fainted once this admission after getting up quickly. Secondary diagnosis: anemia. She walks holding the crib and IV pole, has a running IV for antibiotics, gait appears normal when observed, and she forgets to call before walking.
Score Morse factors for a postpartum patient with syncope.
