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chads108

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Immobility is a concern for older adults who are a fall risk. Which of the following contributes to immobility?
 
  a. Fear of falling
  b. Restorative ambulation program
  c. Release of safety restraints
  d. Decreasing psychoactive medications

Question 2

Which of the following normal aging changes increase an older adult's risk of falling?
 
  a. Decreased cardiac output
  b. Decreased aerobic reserve
  c. Visual changes
  d. Cognitive changes


macagnavarro

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
When an older adult fears falling, he or she becomes more sedentary and risks becoming immobile. Responses B, C, and D all are activities that decrease risk of falls and immobility.

Answer to Question 2

C
Decreased night vision and accommodation, decreased visual acuity, and decreased peripheral vision place an older adult at risk for falling. Responses A, B, and D are normal aging changes that do not have a direct effect on the risk of falling.


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