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Journal of Nursing Care Quality:
January/March 2009 - Volume 24 - Issue 1 - p 50-54
doi: 10.1097/01.NCQ.0000342937.99036.7b
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Designing a Postepidural Fall Risk Assessment Score for the Obstetric Patient

Frank, Brenda J. MSN, RNC-OB, CCE; Lane, Carrie MSN, RN; Hokanson, Heather MSN, RN

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Abstract

The effects of an epidural combined with the need for early ambulation in the postpartum patient create a high risk for falls. We developed a standardized assessment score, based on 8 areas of assessment, to evaluate the fall risk of a postepidural patient. This score was developed using 2 other assessment tools, as well as considering the unique issues associated with the post-epidural patient. The scoring system is user-friendly and applicable to the labor and delivery setting.

© 2009 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

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