Od-042329 MWHC Newborn and Maternal Fall Education.
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Type
On Demand
Credit
No
Description
This course provides postpartum nurses and interdisciplinary team members with the knowledge and skills ... show more
Objectives
- Apply standardized fall‑risk assessment tools and document findings accurately.
- Demonstrate appropriate steps for reporting, escalating, and responding to falls or near‑miss events.
- Educate families on fall‑prevention expectations and reinforce safe behaviors in the patient room.
- Identify common maternal and newborn fall risk factors specific to the postpartum period.
- Implement safe newborn handling practices, including skin‑to‑skin safety, bed‑sharing prevention, and safe transfer techniques.
- Utilize unit protocols for safe ambulation, toileting assistance, and hourly rounding.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Kayla Knapp
Organization
MedStar Washington Hospital Center