AZ LeadingAge Educational Headquarters/Arizona LeadingAge: Fall Prevention & Recovery Program *Non-Members*

  • $300

Arizona LeadingAge: Fall Prevention & Recovery Program *Non-Members*

  • Course
  • 26 Lessons

Contents

Introduction

Welcome to the course!

This section covers the following areas:
  • Statistics of Falls in Aging Services
  • Why Are Falls a Concern in Aging Services?
  • Reasons for A Fall
  • Risks for an Older Adult Falling
  • Current Processes for Assessing Fall Risk
  • Preventative Approaches
  • Devices to Support Fall Prevention
Learning Activities & Objectives
Preview
Introduction to Fall Prevention
Assessment Tools
Quiz 1
References
Introduction Competency Check for Clinical and Non-clinical Staff

Skilled Nursing

This module will include the following components of fall prevention:
  • Department specific approaches 
  • Creating a culture of safety
  • Action Plans
Learning Activities & Objectives
Skilled Nursing Facility - Fall Prevention
Use of Assistive Devices
Skilled Nursing Facility Quiz
References
Competency Post-Tests for Staff

Assisted Living Centers

This module will include the following components of fall prevention:
  • Department specific approaches 
  • Creating a culture of safety
  • Action Plans
Learning Activities & Objectives
Assisted Living Centers - Fall Prevention
Use of Assistive Devices
Assisted Living Centers Quiz
References
Competency Post-Tests for Staff

Fall Recovery

This module will include the following components of fall recovery:
  • Responding to Falls
  • Assessment of the Situation
  • Documentation
  • Follow-up Needs
Learning Activities & Objectives
Fall Recovery
Neurological Assessment Flow Sheet
Fall Recovery Quiz
References
Competency Post-Tests

Final Test

After completing the above modules you are eligible to take the final exam.

The final exam will address information presented in the introduction, facility-focused module, and fall recovery. In order to receive a certificate of completion you must score a 75% or better with one attempt. 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the final test please reach out to the Director of Education.

TESTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Final Exam - Skilled Nursing Facility
Final Exam - Assisted Living Center