A patient has been admitted and placed on fall precautions.The nurse explains to the patient that interventions for the precautions include

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Placing a high risk for falls armband on the patient encourages communication among the whole interdisciplinary team.Anyone who interacts with the patient should see this armband,understand its meaning,and assist the patient as necessary.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 Has Been Admitted and Placed on Fall Precautions