Fall risk tools are typically designed to predict anticipated physiological falls that represent 34% to 78% of falls that occur in acute care (Curric, 2008). The Johns Hopkins Assessment Tool fall is a nationally recognized and widely used evidence-based approach to fall risk assessment, fall prevention, and fall Management (POE, cvach, gartrell, radzik, & joy, 2005).John Hopkins Although the tool is useful in the medical - surgical population. It does not address the unique characteris tics in the immediate postpartum period. When Hopkins fall using the assessment tool, most postpartum admissions are rated as a moderate fall risk.Interventions applicable to this category include assisting With bedside sitting, personal hygiene, and toileting.
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