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Types of Fall Risk Factors

● Psychological Effects

○ Even when no
physical injury occurs, falls can still lead to worry

and distress for patients, their families and staff.

● Prolonged Hospital Stays
○ The pain and discomfort from even minor

injuries can delay a patient’s recovery and

extend their length of stay.

● Loss Of Independence

○ Limb fractures can have a profound effect on

the patient’s ability to maintain or regain
independence.

● Secondary Complications
○ This happens more frequently in frail/older

patients. For example, if someone has a pelvic

fracture, their mobility is reduced and they are
then at a greater risk of developing deep vein

thrombosis or pressure ulcer.

Picture taken from:
https://www.expertinstitute.com/resources/case-studies/high-fall-risk-patient-dies-after-being-left-un
attended-for-hours-in-hospital/