No matter your age or physical abilities, everyone is at risk for falls while in the hospital. And falls can cause serious injury that may keep you in the hospital longer. Follow this checklist to reduce your risk of falling while in the hospital.
Unfamiliar hospital environments, medications that may be new, having just given birth, or dealing with a medical condition that may make them weak or unsteady are all reasons why patients might be considered at risk for falling in the hospital. Learn how healthcare facilities decide if someone is a fall risk, the steps that may be taken to prevent falls and some tips that patients can follow to keep themselves safe while they are in the hospital.
