A 58-year-old patient is admitted for pneumonia. Review the…
A 58-year-old patient is admitted for pneumonia. Review the following assessment information and calculate the Morse Fall Scale score:History of falling: Yes, 2 weeks priorSecondary diagnosis: Diabetes mellitus and hypertensionAmbulatory aid: Uses a walkerIV therapy/saline lock: Yes, currently receiving IV antibioticsGait/transferring: Bed restMental status: Forgets limitations