An Older Adult's Risk for a Fall-Related Injury Is Directly

Multiple Choice

An older adult's risk for a fall-related injury is directly correlated to his or her ability to regain balance.To evaluate this ability,the nurse assesses the patient's

A) inner ear for possible fluid buildup.
B) musculoskeletal hip,ankle,and shoulder strength.
C) large muscle strength in thighs and upper arms.
D) gait for steadiness.