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About Course

This continuing education course provides nurses with evidence-based knowledge and practical strategies for fall prevention and safety in geriatric patients. The course examines age-related physiological changes, intrinsic and extrinsic fall risk factors, assessment tools, patient-centered interventions, safe mobility techniques, interdisciplinary care coordination, and strategies to promote independence while reducing injury risk. 

Falls remain one of the leading causes of hospitalization, disability, and mortality among older adults. Nurses play a critical role in identifying high-risk patients, implementing preventive interventions, educating patients and caregivers, and promoting safe environments across healthcare settings. This course supports improved patient outcomes through evidence-based geriatric nursing practices focused on safety, mobility, and quality of life. 

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What you'll learn

  • Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
  • Identify common intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors associated with falls in older adults.
  • Describe age-related physiological and cognitive changes that affect mobility, balance, and patient safety.
  • Recognize environmental, medication-related, and psychosocial contributors to fall risk.
  • Discuss the impact of polypharmacy and high-risk medications on fall prevention in geriatric populations.
  • Apply evidence-based fall risk assessment strategies using standardized screening tools.
  • Implement nursing interventions and environmental modifications that reduce fall-related injuries.
  • Demonstrate principles of safe patient mobility, transfer assistance, and use of assistive devices.
  • Develop patient and caregiver education strategies that promote fall prevention and safe mobility practices.
  • Explain the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in reducing fall risk and improving geriatric care outcomes.
  • Promote patient-centered approaches that balance safety, independence, dignity, and quality of life in older adults.

Course Content

Geriatric Care and Fall Prevention in Nursing Practice

  • Course Completion Requirements
  • Course overview
  • Clinical Case scenario
  • Learning Modules
  • Course Evaluation and Learner Attestation
  • Certificate of Completion