Description
Determination if the patient or resident was assessed to be a risk for a fall
On-Screen Instructions
Select one. Please note: this refers to assessments performed prior to the fall.
Field Type
Radio button (single select)Responses
Yes
Select “Yes” if there is any fall risk assessment documented in the patient's medical record prior to the fall. Any type of fall risk assessment will qualify. Documented fall precautions will also qualify if they are only put in place if the patient is assessed to be a fall risk.
No
No additional information provided.Unknown
No additional information provided.Guide for Use
No additional information provided.History
Start Date | 2012 |
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End Date | n/a |
Change History | January 2016 Made required when triggered. |
Field Name | fall_assess |