Tripping, slipping, falling can be prevented (Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention)
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Not only will tripping or falling make us feel ashamed of those who see us. More importantly, it can also cause us injury. From statistics on falling accidents, it is found that falls are an important accident for the elderly.
- 60% of patients fall at home, 30% occur in the community, 10% occur in a nursing home.
- 25 percent caused by slippery floors Not enough light Wearing inappropriate shoes There is material blocking the walkway.
Each year, more than 1,600 people die from slips and falls, second only to road accidents. Moreover, 1 in 3 elderly people experience a slip and fall and half slip and fall more than once. 100 40% of slips and falls result in a broken hip bone. Tendonitis And it can affect the brain. 20 percent of injuries are related to death.
This accident can be prevented by
1. Eliminate obstacles Walkways and stairs, such as shoes, toys, storage boxes, etc.
2. Store wires, telephone wires, or other cables. to be in order By attaching to the wall or floor, covered with a wire cover rail. or placed under the carpet, etc.
3. Choose a type of carpet that has anti-slip properties.
4. You should hold onto the railing. While walking up and down the stairs
5. Night lights should be installed in corridors, bathrooms, etc.
6. Avoid carrying objects that obscure the walking path. Or carrying too many or too heavy objects causes one to lose balance while walking.
7. Be careful of areas with different levels. May be attached with different colored tapes for easy identification.
8. For homes with elderly people A handrail should be installed in the bathroom. To help support the body[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Not only will tripping or falling make us feel ashamed of those who see us. More importantly, it can also cause us injury. From statistics on falling accidents, it is found that falls are an important accident for the elderly.
- 60% of patients fall at home, 30% occur in the community, 10% occur in a nursing home.
- 25 percent caused by slippery floors Not enough light Wearing inappropriate shoes There is material blocking the walkway.
Each year, more than 1,600 people die from slips and falls, second only to road accidents. Moreover, 1 in 3 elderly people experience a slip and fall and half slip and fall more than once. 100 40% of slips and falls result in a broken hip bone. Tendonitis And it can affect the brain. 20 percent of injuries are related to death.
This accident can be prevented by
1. Eliminate obstacles Walkways and stairs, such as shoes, toys, storage boxes, etc.
2. Store wires, telephone wires, or other cables. to be in order By attaching to the wall or floor, covered with a wire cover rail. or placed under the carpet, etc.
3. Choose a type of carpet that has anti-slip properties.
