Question

Which of the following fall risk factors apply to William Jefferson? Select all that apply.

a. Confusion
b. Postural hypotension with dizziness
c. Unable to ambulate independently
d. History of falls
e. Impaired judgment
f. Incontinence
g. Sensory deficit
h. Increased anxiety
i. Medications affecting blood pressure or consciousness
j. Age (older than 65)
k. Decreased level of cooperation

Answer 1

Treatment of dementia and or delirium comes with the following risk factors:

d) if it is related to head injury

j) Age

H) Increase anxiety

I) Medications affecting blood pressure or consciousness

Step-by-step explanation:

Dementia refers to the gradual deterioration in memory and at least one other cognitive area in an alert person.

This can be caused by Age , Down’s Syndrome , Head injury etc.

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