The FaSS and the Furious

Title: The FaSS and the Furious Hosts: Vicky Gibson, Mark Garside Guest(s): James Frith Opening question: What was your most embarrassing fall? Main Topic: Falls and Syncope Discussion Points: Why are falls an issue? Why are some patients resistant to seeking help? What are the common and easily overlooked causes of falls? How should you assess someone who has presented following a fall? What can be done on the wards to prevent falls? What happens in a Falls and Syncope department (and what exactly is a Tilt Table Test)? What are the current advances in falls/ongoing projects? Where can juniors spend more time to get more experience, and what services are available as an outpatient/in the community? CotEcast Commandments: Never write “Mechanical Fall" Take a careful history Review the meds, & refer to physical and occupational therapists References, Links, Resources: - aeme.org.uk/mini-gems- https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/falls- http://www.ageuk.org.uk/health-wellbeing/keeping-fit/falls-prevention/exercise-regularly/ Help us to improve CotEcast - please complete this brief online survey:http://www.aeme.org.uk/survey