Frequent Falls Counseling & DDx - finalbattle2009

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Pls somebody post the Frequent Falls Counseling & DDx

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1.ORTHOSTATIC HYPOTENSION
2.SEIZURES STROKE INTRACRANIAL MASS
3.MUSCLE WEAKNESS
4.CEREBELLAR DISEASE
5.SENSORY NEUROPATHY

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VASOVAGAL SYNCOPE
BALANCE PROBLEMS : EAR DISEASE

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DECREASED V/A
DRUG ABUSE( ETOH)
HIP PROBLEMS

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These can be classified as either intrinsic
(e.g., lower extremity weakness, poor grip strength,
balance disorders, functional and cognitive impairment, visual
deficits) or extrinsic (e.g., polypharmacy (i.e., four or
more prescription medications) and environmental factors
such as poor lighting, loose carpets, and lack of bathroom
safety equipment).