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Fall prevention ( 5 Questions)
Which assessment finding is an important risk factor for falls in older adults?
Increased muscle strength and flexibility can actually reduce the risk of falls, so it is not a risk factor.
Normal visual acuity is important for identifying environmental hazards, but it is not a significant risk factor for falls.
History of previous falls. Explanation: A history of previous falls is a significant risk factor for falls in older adults. It indicates a higher likelihood of fall incidents and the need for fall prevention interventions.
Chronic health conditions can increase the risk of falls, so the absence of chronic health conditions would not be a risk factor.
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Answer: c. History of previous falls. Explanation: A history of previous falls is a significant risk factor for falls in older adults. It indicates a higher likelihood of fall incidents and the need for fall prevention interventions.
Incorrect choices: a. Increased muscle strength and flexibility can actually reduce the risk of falls, so it is not a risk factor.
b. Normal visual acuity is important for identifying environmental hazards, but it is not a significant risk factor for falls.
d. Chronic health conditions can increase the risk of falls, so the absence of chronic health conditions would not be a risk factor.