An older patient has fallen twice in the hospital in the last 2 days.What action by the nurse is best?

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Falling is a serious risk to the safety of the patient. Instead of restraining the patient, the nurse should assess the patient thoroughly for any underlying factors that could be contributing to the fall, such as undiagnosed illness, confusion, or medication side effects. This will allow the nurse to create a more appropriate plan of care to address any issues contributing to the falls.

An Older Patient Has Fallen Twice in the Hospital in the Last