Preventing falls is one of the most important responsibilities in patient care, whether in a hospital, long-term care facility, or at home. Each year, millions of patients experience fall-related injuries that could have been reduced or prevented through proper planning, education, and the right support products.

At Gosnell Medical Sales, we partner with trusted manufacturers like Skil-Care to help providers improve safety outcomes with practical, effective tools. One of the most valuable resources Skil-Care offers is its Fall Prevention Discharge Checklist, a simple but comprehensive guide that helps caregivers support patient confidence and safety long after discharge.

Today, we’re walking through why this checklist matters and how your team can use it to strengthen fall-prevention protocols.

Why Fall Prevention Requires a Multi-Layered Approach

Falls rarely happen for just one reason. They are typically the result of multiple risk factors: unfamiliar environments, limited mobility, medication side effects, clutter, or inadequate lighting. Skil-Care’s Fall Prevention Checklist is designed to simplify the process of addressing these risks by breaking prevention down into clear, actionable steps.

The checklist helps caregivers and families:

• Understand what safety tools were used during the patient's stay

• Identify which tools may still be needed at home

• Assess each room for fall risks

• Create consistent habits that support safer mobility

• Strengthen communication between care teams and families

This tool is especially useful at discharge, when patients transition from supervised care to home environments that may not be optimized for safety.

Inside the Skil-Care Fall Prevention Checklist

The checklist covers key areas critical to preventing falls both in a facility and at home. A few highlights include:

1. Fall-Prevention Tools Used During the Patient’s Stay

Products like bedside mats, hip protectors, alarms, and non-slip footwear can make a meaningful difference in safety. The checklist helps families understand which tools supported the patient in the facility and whether similar products may be recommended for home.

2. Whole-Home Risk Assessment

The checklist walks caregivers through each area of the home (bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, kitchens, and stairways), providing simple but essential reminders to reduce hazards and improve mobility.

3. Health, Strength, and Hydration Tips

A strong fall-prevention plan also includes health maintenance, medication reviews, hydration, and daily habits that support stability.

4. Emergency Preparedness Tools

The checklist encourages families to consider technology aids such as voice-activated devices or wearable alert systems. These tools are especially helpful for patients who live alone or are at higher risk.

Skil-Care’s approach is practical, comprehensive, and designed to meet patients where they are, making the checklist an excellent resource for caregivers and clinical teams.

How Facilities Can Use This Checklist

Whether you work in acute care, post-acute, senior living, or home health, this checklist can serve as:

• A discharge planning tool

• A caregiver education resource

• A home-assessment guide

• A standardized safety protocol for high-risk patients

By integrating this step-by-step resource into your workflow, your team can reduce fall risks while also providing families with the confidence and clarity they need to support recovery at home.

Supporting Fall Prevention Through Trusted Products

As a representative for Skil-Care, Gosnell Medical Sales provides in-service training, product education, and ongoing support to help facilities choose the right fall-prevention solutions.

From medical alarms and cushions to bedside safety tools, Skil-Care’s product line is built to support safer mobility and improve patient outcomes, and we’re here to help you implement them effectively.

Download the Skil-Care Fall Prevention Checklist

Empower your team and your patients with a proven, easy-to-use fall-prevention tool. If your facility would like in-service education or product guidance related to Skil-Care’s fall-prevention solutions, Gosnell Medical Sales is here to support you.

Download the Skil-Care Fall Prevention Checklist here

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