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How to Prevent Falls at Home: Things you can do to keep yourself safe - 02/2020

How to Prevent Falls at Home: Things you can do to keep yourself safe
Abstract

This handout is for patients who are at risk for falling after they leave the hospital. It gives tips for staying safe when standing up after lying down, moving and walking, taking medicine, going to the bathroom, and more.

Author
Northwest (UWMC - Northwest campus)
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2020
Revision Date
02/2020
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Falls
Safety Education
Languages
English
Spanish
Record ID
4815