The nurse is assessing an older adult in order to plan for fall screening prevention. What information should the nurse gather for the plan of care?

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Assessing the patient's environment, both in the hospital and at home, is important in fall prevention planning as the environment can contribute to falls. Emotional status, financial status, and occupational history are not directly related to fall prevention planning.

The Nurse Is Assessing an Older Adult in Order to Plan