What is Fall Prevention?
Updated January 24, 2026
The protocols, procedures, and safety measures that healthcare and care facilities are required to implement to reduce the risk of patient and resident falls.
Understanding Fall Prevention
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death among nursing home residents. Facilities must conduct fall risk assessments, implement individualized care plans, provide assistive devices, maintain safe environments, and ensure adequate staffing. Failure to implement proper fall prevention measures can constitute negligence and form the basis of a personal injury or wrongful death claim.
Examples
- 1Facility failing to implement fall risk assessment for new resident
- 2Resident falling after bed rails were removed without alternative safety measures
- 3Inadequate staffing leading to unassisted patient attempting to walk alone
Related Terms
Nursing Home Abuse
The physical, emotional, sexual, or financial mistreatment of residents in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or other long-term care settings.
Elder Neglect
The failure of a caregiver or care facility to provide adequate food, water, medical care, hygiene, shelter, or supervision to an elderly person in their care.
Slip and Fall
A premises liability case where someone slips, trips, or falls due to a hazardous condition on someone else's property.
Premises Liability
A legal doctrine holding property owners and occupiers responsible for injuries that occur on their property due to unsafe conditions.
Bedsore
A pressure ulcer or wound that develops on the skin and underlying tissue due to prolonged pressure, typically from lying or sitting in one position without adequate repositioning.
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