The nursing assistant is caring for a resident who suddenly falls. The assistant establishes which factors that increased the resident's risk for an accident? Select all that apply. The resident:

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The nursing assistant establishes that using a walker properly is not a risk factor. The assistant knows that osteoporosis leads to porous bones that can break easily. Receiving pain medication can lead to drowsiness and dizziness and increase the risk for a fall. Not wearing prescription eyeglasses can distort the perception of depth when walking leading to a fall. Advancing age also increases the risk for a fall.

The Nursing Assistant Is Caring for a Resident Who Suddenly