How Do You Prevent The Elderly From Falling?
Care for the elderly is so important that we could not afford to put them into danger. Necessary steps should be observed to show our concern and keep them with us longer. This article could help you a lot if you do have elders at home. The house including the bedroom of the elderly should be well-lighted. Rugs and carpets should be kept away and or well tacked. Railings should be present at stairways and even the bathroom. Walkways should be smooth and free from obstructions. Toys and other unnecessary things around the living room should be kept lest these could cause the elderly to slip and fall. Electrical cords and even telephone cords and chargers should be kept and or set aside in order not to block the walkways. Do not let the elderly climb the stairs alone. Do not let him climb the attic. Let him wear a non-skid sole shoes. Be sure, the elderly could access to his/her medicines easily. Check with the doctor on the medicines whether these could cause dizziness to the patient. H
