Question

What are 2 concepts related to the patient problem of being a fall risk?

Answer 1

Ans) Falls may be precipitated by intrinsic or extrinsic factors. Intrinsic factors are those that have a physiologic origin, and extrinsic factors are those precipitating from environmental or other hazards. Distinguishing between intrinsic or extrinsic risk factors can facilitate identification of preventive strategies.

- Two perspectives:

(1) community setting,

(2) acute and long-term settings.

- For each setting, the research that addresses risk factors, risk assessment instruments, and fall- and injury-prevention interventions are reviewed.