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Falls Awareness

Introduction
Consequences of Falls
What is a Fall?
Definition of a Fall
Types of Fall
No Harm
Low Harm
Moderate Harm
Severe Harm
The ‘Most Common’ Adverse Incident (Gillespie et al. 2001)
Risk Management

How do we remain upright?
What Does the Human Body Use to Stay Upright?
Muscles and Joints
Eyes
ears
Proprioception
Vasoactive Responses
Medications that cause vasoconstriction
Neural Processing
Remaining Upright
Healthy Ageing
Ageing
People at Greatest Risk
Effects of Illness
Stroke
Parkinsons
Arthritis
Diabetes
Cardiac Problems
Dementia
Bladder Problems
Risk Factors - Environment
Other Risk Factors
Medication commonly associated with falls (drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, rushing to the toilet)
Summary
References

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