Prevention of falls in older people
Suitable for
Nurses, Health Care Support Workers, Home Carers, Social Care Support Workers, Occupational Therapists
Description
In this workshop participants will explore the theory and practice of falls prevention strategies. In line with the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) Guidelines and Recommendations, participants will extend their knowledge and expertise when working with vulnerable older people.
Attendance choice
1 day
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, participants will have met learning
outcome 1.3 of the Knowledge Set for Dementia.
Participants will
have:
- Identified a range of assessments and interventions related to Falls Programmes
- Developed and practiced skills associated with Falls Prevention
- Explored ways of improving and supporting best practice
Programme includes
- Why older people may fall
- Prevention of Falls– local and national guidelines
- The special challenges of working with people with dementia
- Risk assessment
- Outcome measurement
- Balance and strengths exercises
- Health promotion
