Fall Prevention

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Across
  1. 4. Use a ____________or walker as needed to help you safely walk and to provide added balance.
  2. 5. A _____________chair can be used to help a person stand from a sitting position.
  3. 6. _____________________from medications can increase your risk for falls.
  4. 10. Keep Pathways clear and remove ______________.
  5. 11. Most falls occur in the ______________.
  6. 12. Secure throw __________.
  7. 13. Get an ____________exam at least once a year.
Down
  1. 1. A Personal Emergency ____________system will alert family or emergency personnel in the event of a fall.
  2. 2. Use a ______________ to help light pathways.
  3. 3. ________________Therapist will assess the home and suggest improvements to prevent falls.
  4. 7. _______________can help to improve lower body strength and balance.
  5. 8. Talk to your ______________about your fall risk
  6. 9. Appropriate ____________can help to prevent falls.