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Fall precautions
Patient was instructed on other reasons Why Older People Fall such as: Lightheadedness with standing caused by postural hypotension (blood pressure that drops dramatically with standing), other forms of dizziness, persistent pain in any part of the leg
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Patient was instructed on measures to prevent falls when bathing. Get into the shower/tub by putting the weaker leg
in first. Get out of the tub / shower with the strong side first. Use a long handle brush or mittens with straps to help with bathing.