Skillsacademi | Falls Prevention Training for UK Healthcare Workers

Falls Prevention Training for UK Healthcare Workers

Introduction

Introduction
Falls prevention is a crucial aspect of healthcare settings that aims to minimize the occurrence of falls, particularly among vulnerable populations such as the elderly. Preventing falls is essential due to the potential consequences they can have on residents' and patients' health and overall quality of life. Healthcare workers play a significant role in implementing strategies to reduce the risk of falls and their associated negative outcomes. To better understand the importance of falls prevention, it's important to delve into the impact of falls on patients' health, the role of healthcare workers, and key statistics related to falls among the elderly population in the UK. 

Aims

  • This training is designed as an introduction to Falls Prevention Training  for care assistants. 
  • This training should take approximately 1 - 2 hours to complete.
  • There is an assessment at the end of this training and you need to score 70% to pass the assessment. 

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  1. Understanding the Importance of Falls Prevention in Healthcare Settings
  2. Risk Factors for Falls
  3. Assessment and Screening
  4. Developing Individualized Care Plans
  5. Communication and Education
  6. Exercise and Mobility
  7. Medication Review and Management
  8. Environmental Modifications
  9. Falls Incident Reporting and Analysis
  10. Ongoing Evaluation and Quality Improvement
  11. Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Approach
  12. Cultural Sensitivity and Person-Centred Care