Falls: General Information

Verbal Communication

This PDF provides information for patients on how to talk to their doctor about concerns they may have about their risk of falling and includes tips on how to avoid falls, potential signs to look for, and modifications that could be made to decrease risk. It is written for the patient so it gives healthcare students perspective on wording to use to convey these messages to patients.

Details

Category
Verbal Communication
Format
PDF Document
Downloads
0
Added
Aug 25, 2025
Tags
Geriatrics

Related Resources

Meeting the Health Care Needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Older Adults
At the 30min mark, this thought-provoking presentation offers strategies for respectful communication, and how many common questions health care practitioners use (e.g. “Do you have a husband?” “Are you married?”) may make LGBT seniors uncomfortable with disclosing health information.