PPT-May 3, 2018 1 PREVENTING ACCIDENTS AND FALLS

Presented by Name goes here PREVENTING ACCIDENTS AND FALLS Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older adults Each year almost 3 million older adults are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries. November 2010 Safety Meeting Presentation . Developed by: Karen . Hsi. , EH&S Student Intern. Why is prevention of . slips, trips, and falls. important?. Constitutes majority of accidents in industries. Jessica L. Colburn, MD. Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Division of Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology. April 15, 2015. Discuss prevalence of falls in older adults. Develop an approach for fall risk screening and post-fall assessment in older adults. ON . BANANA PEELS!!. →. . (O.0) . BY: VICTORIA STREET☺. BANANA’S ARE DANGEROUS!!. IF YOU SLIP ON ONE YOU COULD GET A VERY BRUSED BUT…. You also could get some broken bones. . And IT WILL HURT. Using Nursing Pillows to Prevent Newborn Falls. . Cyndy Krening, MS, RNC-OB, C-EFM, Sarah Smith, MSN, RNC-MNN, Deb Lowery, MS, RN. Introduction/Background. Methods. Conclusion. Objectives. References. November 2010 Safety Meeting Presentation . Developed by: Karen . Hsi. , EH&S Student Intern. Why is prevention of . slips, trips, and falls. important?. Constitutes majority of accidents in industries. Emily Geesner, Cristy Rose, Renee Floresta, Kara Saba, Elizabet Iankova, and Stephen Christie . Proposed Change. After reviewing fall statistics in several facilities in the Bay Area and the protocol for assessing a patient’s fall risk, a lack of follow through with the patient in understanding and evaluating their capabilities is evident.. Emily . G., . Cristy . R., . Renee . F., . Kara . S., . Elizabet . I., . and Stephen . C. . Proposed Change. After reviewing fall statistics in several facilities in the Bay Area and the protocol for assessing a patient’s fall risk, a lack of follow through with the patient in understanding and evaluating their capabilities is evident.. Culinary Arts I. The 6 Basic Safety Guidelines:. 1. . Focus on what you are doing.. 2. Dress for safety.. 3. Practice safe use of all tools . and equipment.. 4. Close drawers and doors . completely.. Sino George, MSN, APRN, RNC-OB, WHNP-BC. Perinatal Practice Specialist. Emory University Hospital Midtown. Atlanta, . Georgia. Disclosure. I have no financial relationships to disclose. I will not discuss “off label” and/ or investigational use in my presentation. ADD . Hospital Name Here. Module 1. Ice Breaker. Describe an interesting fact about yourself. . Compelling Reasons To Implement Program. Falls are common.. They are the most frequently reported incident in adult inpatient units.. OSHA . Susan Harwood. Safety Training. 1. CLASS. . INFORMATION. Class Start and Stop Times. Breaks and Lunch. Locations of Restrooms. Emergency Exits/Procedures. Electronic Devices. Class Participation. Jessica L. Colburn, MD. Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Division of Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology. April 15, 2015. Discuss prevalence of falls in older adults. Develop an approach for fall risk screening and post-fall assessment in older adults. November 2010 Safety Meeting Presentation . Developed by: Karen . Hsi. , EH&S Student Intern. Why is prevention of . slips, trips, and falls. important?. Constitutes majority of accidents in industries. Babysitting Basics The “Need to Know’s when caring for children. What are some characteristics of a good caregiver? Children’s Needs Physical Needs Healthful food, clothing, rest, safe environment