No importa tu edad o condición física, todos corren riesgo de caídas en el hospital. Las caídas pueden causar lesiones serias que pueden mantenerte en el hospital más tiempo. Sigue esta lista para reducir tu riesgo de caídas mientras estés en el 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.
