Unsuspected NoF

We have seen multiple incidence where clinicians of ALL grades have assessed patients with falls and examined hips and even mobilised patients

Evidence shows (and reflected in the incidents) this predominantly effects patients with:

  • Communication difficulties: inc. Delirium, dementia, learning difficulties
  • Live in Supported accommodation
  • Normally require help mobilising

If a patient presents with ANY of these and a fall – X-ray Pelvis

 

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