Low Risk = score < 30 (Education regarding safety in the home is helpful)
High Risk = score 30+ (Referral for an in home assessment by a physiotherapist is recommended)
| Risk factor |
Score |
| Previous Falls |
15 |
| Fear of Falls |
5 |
| Acute Illness |
5 |
| Chronic Illness |
5 |
| Osteoporosis |
5 |
| New or multiple medications |
5 |
| Cognitive impairment |
5 |
| Impaired strength, balance or gait |
5 |
| Hearing/vision impairment |
5 |
| Urinary/bowel concerns |
5 |
| Nutritional deficiency/dehydration |
5 |
| Environment/clothing/footwear |
5 |
Reference
Colchester East Hants Health Authority.(2008). Falls Risk Factor and Intervention Checklist
Low Risk = score < 30 (Education regarding safety in the home is helpful)
High Risk = score 30+ (Referral for an in home assessment by a physiotherapist is recommended)
| Risk factor |
Score |
| Previous Falls |
15 |
| Fear of Falls |
5 |
| Acute Illness |
5 |
| Chronic Illness |
5 |
| Osteoporosis |
5 |
| New or multiple medications |
5 |
| Cognitive impairment |
5 |
| Impaired strength, balance or gait |
5 |
| Hearing/vision impairment |
5 |
| Urinary/bowel concerns |
5 |
| Nutritional deficiency/dehydration |
5 |
| Environment/clothing/footwear |
5 |
Reference
Colchester East Hants Health Authority.(2008). Falls Risk Factor and Intervention Checklist