Problem: Jean had been living alone at home for two months after her diagnosis. One day when waking up, she developed lightheadedness. She called her son to help her. Her son insisted on driving her to the emergency room, where the doctors decided she would be admitted for tests. A CT scan revealed cancer had metastasized (spread) to her brain. The doctor and nurse discussed the situation with her four sons. The four sons were unable to stay with their mother. Although Jean was a very independent woman who wanted to go home, she would not be allowed to return home, but instead, the social worker arranged for her to be admitted to a long-term care facility.
1. What interventions protect patients from falling in the long-term care setting?
2. How is the ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL's) related to safety?