Which measures will help prevent falls in the elderly clients of a long-term care facility? Select all that apply. 1. Exercise programs 2. Good room lighting 3. Handrails in stairwell 4. Smooth-soled shoes 5. Staff hourly rounds

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Answer:

The options 1,2,3 and 5 will apply in this situation.

Explanation:

All of the above options except 4) Smooth- soled shoes , will help in preventing falls among elderly clients of a long term care facility. Regular exercising programs will help elderly get body movements , they will be able to properly stretch their bodies , and if there is good lighting in room , then then there is less chance of them tripping over something. handrails in stairwell will help them move properly and easily and by doing hourly staff rounds , they can check if elders are in any discomfort or in need of something.