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Suzanne Hardy,
Nuala Davis,
James Frith,
Julia Newton,
Julia Newton and James Frith,
Lisa Robinson,
Chris Elliott,
and
Terry Charlton
Topics Covered
- Identify fall risk factors
- Recognise factors that could signify serious, but treatable, underlying medical problems
- Learn more about why falls are important
- Discover ways of assessing and reducing the risk of falling
- Recognise when to seek help
- Explore how to prevent falls and injury
- Interact with others who have fallen
- Discuss the important issues falls raise
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Falls prevention awareness
This course helps learners understand the causes, consequences, and treatments of falls, especially among senior citizens. It is geared toward both those who have experienced falls and those who care for others who have. Reviewers appreciate that the course is well-structured, informative, and practical. It provides tips for assessing and reducing fall risks, as well as for seeking help when necessary. However, some learners wish that there were more up-to-date medical information.
Provides useful information on falls.
"Lots of useful information and links."
Offers strategies to reduce fall risks.
"It looks at... ways of changing one's environment to reduce the risk of falls, how to stand up after a fall, exercises to improve balance, and so on."
Lacks up-to-date medical information.
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