{"id":8495,"date":"2025-12-03T14:38:33","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T07:38:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/?p=8495"},"modified":"2026-05-16T17:03:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T10:03:12","slug":"phong-tranh-te-nga-nguoi-lon-tuoi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/en\/blog\/painting-a-picture-of-an-elderly-person\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing falls for the elderly: A safety checklist everyone should know."},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Preventing falls for the elderly: A safety checklist everyone should know.<\/h1>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"SAN \u2013 WHERE LOVE IS PARAMOUNT IN EVERY SERVICE\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/69zLpQMsUSM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><strong>Preventing falls<\/strong> This is a top priority in the care of older adults, as falls are a major cause of serious injuries. According to medical statistics, one in three people over 65 years old experience at least one fall per year, and the consequences are often severe.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fractured femur, head injury.<\/li>\n<li>Permanent reduction in mobility, loss of the ability to care for oneself.<\/li>\n<li>Increased risk of cognitive decline.<\/li>\n<li>Fear of movement leads to prolonged bed rest, causing bedsores, pneumonia, and exhaustion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Therefore, when searching for services <a href=\"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/dich-vu\/cham-soc-nguoi-gia-tai-nha-theo-gio-tphcm\/\">caring for the elderly<\/a>, gia \u0111\u00ecnh kh\u00f4ng ch\u1ec9 c\u1ea7n ng\u01b0\u1eddi h\u1ed7 tr\u1ee3 sinh ho\u1ea1t h\u00e0ng ng\u00e0y m\u00e0 c\u00f2n c\u1ea7n m\u1ed9t ng\u01b0\u1eddi c\u00f3 k\u1ef9 n\u0103ng ph\u00f2ng ch\u1ed1ng t\u00e9 ng\u00e3 chuy\u00ean nghi\u1ec7p. \u0110\u00e2y l\u00e0 l\u00fd do c\u00e1c n\u1ec1n t\u1ea3ng nh\u01b0 SAN tr\u1edf n\u00ean c\u1ea7n thi\u1ebft, n\u01a1i ng\u01b0\u1eddi ch\u0103m s\u00f3c \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c \u0111\u00e0o t\u1ea1o b\u00e0i b\u1ea3n v\u1ec1 an to\u00e0n v\u1eadn \u0111\u1ed9ng v\u00e0 nh\u1eadn bi\u1ebft c\u00e1c nguy c\u01a1 ti\u1ec1m \u1ea9n. D\u01b0\u1edbi \u0111\u00e2y l\u00e0 checklist an to\u00e0n m\u00e0 m\u1ecdi gia \u0111\u00ecnh n\u00ean \u00e1p d\u1ee5ng.<\/p>\n<figure aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8494\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" id=\"attachment_8494\" style=\"width: 1024px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Preventing falls for the elderly.\" class=\"wp-image-8494 size-large\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"614\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-1024x614.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet-600x360.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Phong-tranh-te-nga-cho-nguoi-lon-tuoi-Checklist-an-toan-ai-cung-nen-biet.jpg 1920w\" width=\"1024\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\" id=\"caption-attachment-8494\">Preventing falls for the elderly.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>1. Check the walkways in your house \u2013 The clearer they are, the safer they are.<\/h2>\n<p>Elderly people can fall even with a slight stumble. Keeping the house tidy is not just a basic chore. <a href=\"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/dich-vu\/giup-viec-nha-theo-gio-o-tphcm\/\">housemaid<\/a> It is also a crucial factor in ensuring safety.<\/p>\n<h3>Entrance safety checklist:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Remove any small, slippery rugs.<\/li>\n<li>Clean up the wires and miscellaneous items on the floor.<\/li>\n<li>Place trash cans, chairs, and potted plants against the wall, so as not to obstruct the walkway.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure that the passageway from the bedroom to the bathroom remains clear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>T\u1ea1i SAN, ng\u01b0\u1eddi ch\u0103m s\u00f3c c\u00f2n \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c \u0111\u00e0o t\u1ea1o c\u00e1ch quan s\u00e1t d\u00e1ng \u0111i, tr\u1ecdng t\u00e2m c\u01a1 th\u1ec3 c\u1ee7a ng\u01b0\u1eddi cao tu\u1ed5i \u0111\u1ec3 \u0111\u00e1nh gi\u00e1 ch\u00ednh x\u00e1c nguy c\u01a1 t\u00e9 ng\u00e3.<\/p>\n<h2>2. There must be sufficient lighting \u2013 especially at night.<\/h2>\n<p>Older adults often experience declining eyesight, making them more prone to misidentifying obstacles, stumbling, or making inaccurate steps.<\/p>\n<h3>Lighting checklist:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Install motion-sensing night lights or switches within easy reach.<\/li>\n<li>Use light bulbs that emit warm white light, bright enough but not dazzling.<\/li>\n<li>Restrooms and hallways should have adequate lighting, with no dark corners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Professional caregivers always check the lighting system at the beginning of each shift, ensuring that elderly people never move around in the dark.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Toilets are the most dangerous places \u2013 They need immediate improvement.<\/h2>\n<p>Falling in the bathroom is an extremely common and dangerous situation for older adults due to the slippery floor.<\/p>\n<h3>Toilet safety checklist:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Install sturdy handrails on both sides of the toilet and shower area.<\/li>\n<li>Use non-slip rubber mats inside and outside the shower area.<\/li>\n<li>Always keep the bathroom floor dry.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a small plastic chair so that elderly people can sit while bathing.<\/li>\n<li>Keep towels, shampoo, and body wash within easy reach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ng\u01b0\u1eddi ch\u0103m s\u00f3c t\u1eeb SAN \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c hu\u1ea5n luy\u1ec7n k\u1ef9 thu\u1eadt h\u1ed7 tr\u1ee3 ng\u01b0\u1eddi cao tu\u1ed5i \u0111i v\u1ec7 sinh m\u1ed9t c\u00e1ch an to\u00e0n, v\u1eeba \u0111\u1ea3m b\u1ea3o ri\u00eang t\u01b0 v\u1eeba gi\u1eef v\u1eefng tr\u1ecdng t\u00e2m c\u01a1 th\u1ec3.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Beds must be of the correct height.<\/h2>\n<p>The height of the bed directly affects how easily older adults can stand up and sit down. A bed that is too low will make it difficult to stand up, while a bed that is too high can easily cause them to lose their balance.<\/p>\n<h3>Bedroom checklist:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The bed height should be level with the user&#039;s knees.<\/li>\n<li>The side of the bed should have a sturdy support to hold onto when standing up.<\/li>\n<li>There should be enough space on either side of the bed for easy movement.<\/li>\n<li>The bedside lamp and essential items (water, phone) are placed within easy reach.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid leaving high heels or sharp objects near the bed area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>5. Recognize the signs of a fall.<\/h2>\n<p>Professional caregivers will recognize subtle changes in the gait and posture of older adults \u2013 warning signs of potential falls:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>He took short, dragging steps.<\/li>\n<li>A wobbly gait, leaning to one side.<\/li>\n<li>Stumbling when standing up.<\/li>\n<li>They often have to hold onto objects to move around.<\/li>\n<li>I often trip over familiar places, like the edge of a door.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When these signs are detected, older adults need assistance with mobility, gentle exercise, and continuous monitoring.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Don&#039;t leave elderly people to &quot;fend for themselves&quot; when their health is failing.<\/h2>\n<p>Many accidents occur when elderly people try to do things beyond their current capabilities on their own, such as going to the toilet in the middle of the night, reaching for things high up, or bathing themselves when they are tired.<\/p>\n<p>For older adults, excessive independence can sometimes be dangerous. Caregivers need to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Always observe and proactively offer support.<\/li>\n<li>Do not allow elderly people to travel alone, especially when they have recently recovered from an illness.<\/li>\n<li>Place the ringer or phone within their reach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>7. Caregivers must have the correct lifting techniques.<\/h2>\n<p>This is the most important factor. Moving or lifting an elderly person incorrectly can cause injury to both parties. This skill is not only essential when caring for the elderly but is also a core requirement in the service. <a href=\"https:\/\/sanpro.vn\/dich-vu\/cham-soc-nguoi-benh-tai-nha-tphcm\/\">caring for the sick<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>SAN \u0111\u00e0o t\u1ea1o b\u00e0i b\u1ea3n c\u00e1c k\u1ef9 thu\u1eadt:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support from the weaker side of the body.<\/li>\n<li>Use the correct center of gravity for support.<\/li>\n<li>Lead the way with your steps, adjusting your pace accordingly.<\/li>\n<li>Handling situations when an elderly person suddenly loses their balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>T\u1ea1i sao SAN \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c nhi\u1ec1u gia \u0111\u00ecnh tin ch\u1ecdn?<\/h2>\n<p>SAN kh\u00f4ng ch\u1ec9 cung c\u1ea5p \u201cng\u01b0\u1eddi ch\u0103m s\u00f3c\u201d m\u00e0 mang \u0111\u1ebfn \u201cchuy\u00ean gia ch\u0103m s\u00f3c\u201d c\u00f3 \u0111\u1ee7 chuy\u00ean m\u00f4n, k\u1ef9 n\u0103ng, s\u1ef1 t\u1eed t\u1ebf v\u00e0 th\u1ea5u c\u1ea3m.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>7-step screening:<\/strong> Thoroughly check the background and experience of the person.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Six-tier training:<\/strong> This includes technical skills, safety, emotional intelligence (EQ), psychology, communication, and standardized procedures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexibility &amp; Monitoring:<\/strong> Easy shift changes, with a quality reporting and monitoring system.<\/li>\n<li><strong>24\/7 Support:<\/strong> The team is always ready to handle any issues that may arise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclude<\/h2>\n<p>Falls are a significant but entirely preventable risk if families prepare their living spaces carefully and have a knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated caregiver. <strong>Preventing falls<\/strong> It&#039;s not just about protecting physical health, but also about protecting the dignity and self-confidence of older adults.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: 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