Falls Risk Screen
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If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you have an increased falls risk!
1. Have you recently had a fall?
Yes
No
Contact your GP immediately to discuss treatment options and strategies to prevent further falls.
Stay safe, maintain a healthy lifestyle and keep linked with your GP.
2. Have you recently lost your balance?
Yes
No
You may need help from a Physiotherapist or Podiatrist to assess your balance, gait and feet. Talk with your GP about a referral.
Regular exercise can help you to maintain balance. Talk with your GP if problems arise.
3. Are you physically inactive (less than 30 minutes of physical activity per day)?
Yes
No
Talk with your GP about your suitablity to commence an exercise program. You may need a referral to an Exercise Physiologist.
Regular exercise can help to prevent falls. Ask your GP about exercise programs in your local community.
4. Do you have a neurological (e.g. stroke) or musculoskeletal condition that affects your balance?
Yes
No
Attend your GP regularly for a medical review. You may also need a Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist to provide treatment and review assistive equipment for your home.
If you are concerned about any neurological or musculoskeletal problems, then talk with your GP.
5. Do you need a walking aid?
Yes
No
You may need help from a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to prescribe you an adequate mobility aid. Talk with your GP about a referral.
Regular exercise can help to maintain lower limb strength and mobility. Talk with your GP if mobility problems arise.
6. Do you require supervision or assistance with transfers or activities of daily living (ADL)?
Yes
No
You may require an ADL Assessment or Home Environment Assessment from an Occupational Therapist. Talk with your GP about a referral.
If your capacity to perform everyday activities declines, then talk with your GP.
7. Do you have problems with your vision?
Yes
No
Please attend your GP or local Optometrist for a Visual Assessment.
If you are concerned about your vision in the future, then attend your GP or local Optometrist for a Visual Assessment.
8. Have you been confused, delirious or diagnosed with a cognitive disorder?
Yes
No
Talk to your GP immediately about the need for a cognitive assessment and/or other medical investigations. You may require a referral for a Functional Cognitive Assessment from an Occupational Therapist or Psychologist.
If you start to have difficulties with your memory, orientation or thoughts, then talk with your GP immediately.
9. Do you have new onset or existing incontinence?
Yes
No
See your GP for medical investigation. You may require a referral for a Continence Assessment. Free Helpline ph: 1800 330 066,
Continence Foundation of Australia.
If you start to have any problems with your continence, see your GP.
10. Are you taking multiple medications or medications that cause sedation?
Yes
No
See your GP regularly for a medication review.
If you are taking any medications it is still important to attend your GP for a regular review. You should at least attend your GP for an annual check-up.
11. Do you consume excessive amounts of alcohol or use illicit drugs?
Yes
No
You may require a referral to a Drug and Alcohol Service. Talk to your GP about a referral.
To reduce the risk of alcohol related disease then drink
no more than 2 drinks on any day and do not exceed 4 drinks on a single occasion
. Avoid using illicit drugs.
12. Do you experience dizziness or light headedness when standing from a seated position or have a recent history of fainting?
Yes
No
Attend your GP immediately for a postural blood pressure test or further medical investigations.
If you suddenly experience any of these symptoms see your GP immediately.
13. Have you recently sustained a fracture from a minor bump or fall or have a history of osteoporosis?
Yes
No
Talk with your GP about causes of osteoporosis and treatment options.
Osteoporosis is preventable.
Women (yes and men) older than 50 are at greater risk of developing osteoporosis.
Talk with your GP about prevention options.
14. Does your home environment have cluttered furniture, trip hazards, poor lighting, uneven/slippery surfaces, stairs or loose floor coverings?
Yes
No
You may require a Home Environment Assessment from an Occupational Therapist. Talk with your GP about a referral.
In the future if you notice any potential falls risks in the home, then please talk to your GP about an Occupational Therapy Home Environment Assessment.
Well done!
You successfully completed this important risk assessment. 
Talk to your GP or follow this link to find local health services.
Remember in an emergency always call 000 or attend your local hospital emergency department!
Find more info on the Stay On Your Feet website.
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