A patient is admitted and is placed on fall precautions. The nurse teaches the patient and family about fall precautions. Which action will the nurse take?

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A fall-reduction program includes a fall risk assessment of every patient, conducted on admission and routinely (see hospital policy) until a patient's discharge. The timing of visitors would not affect falls. All four side rails are considered a restraint and can contribute to falling. Individuals on high risk for fall alerts should be checked frequently, at least every hour.

A Patient Is Admitted and Is Placed on Fall Precautions