What are the potential fall risk factors

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Mrs. Jones is a 72-year-old Caucasian female who lives alone and was found on the floor by her neighbor, who comes for coffee each morning. The patient reported "I think I slipped on something," although the neighbor reported no obstacles or wet floor visible around where Mrs. Jones was laying on the floor. Mrs. Jones also commented that she had been feeling a little dizzy since yesterday. Mrs. Jones has a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. She had her blood pressure medicine and "the diuretic" increased two days ago when she was at the doctors office.

1. What are the potential fall risk factors for Mrs. Jones at this point?

2. What initial assessment would you perform on Mrs. Jones?

3. What are the likely findings from the initial assessment you performed on Mrs. Jones?

4. What type of interventions might you discuss with Mrs. Jones?

5. What educational information would you provide as the nurse?

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