Description

Determination if the fall was unassisted or assisted.

On-Screen Instructions

Select one.

Field Type

Responses

• Assisted

• Unassisted

• Unknown

Guide for Use

An assisted fall occurs when the patient begins to fall, is assisted by another person, but nevertheless reaches the ground or other unintended surface. An assisted fall is considered an adverse event and not a near miss, since the patient is not prevented from reaching the ground or unintended surface.

History