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

Multiple Choice

An older adult's risk for fall related injury is directly correlated to their ability to regain their balance.In order to evaluate this ability, the nurse assesses the client'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.