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.
A oncology patient fell last week at home. Secondary diagnoses include peripheral neuropathy and thrombocytopenia. She uses furniture to walk to the bathroom, has a central line, gait is impaired with wide base, and she overestimates stamina.
Score Morse factors for neuropathy and recent community fall.
History of Falling
Secondary Diagnosis
Ambulatory Aid
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