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Two in the Morning

One Step at a Time · Episode 5

Two in the Morning

Arturo gets up at night for the bathroom, in the dark, in his socks.

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Key takeawayMake nights safeMany falls happen at night, on the way to the bathroom. Light the path with night lights, keep slippers and a lamp within reach of the bed, clear the way, and encourage the person to sit for a moment before standing. Tell the nurse about frequent night-time bathroom trips: there may be a cause to treat.

In this scene

Elena: I heard him in the hallway at two in the morning. No light on. He nearly hit the table.

Imani: Night is when most falls at home happen: dark, sleepy, rushing to the bathroom.

Imani: A night light here, and one in the bathroom. The runner rug goes.

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Questions to think about

  • Many home falls happen:
  • To make nights safer:
  • He gets up often at night. You:

About this series

For home care aides and caregivers: near-misses, home hazards, helping someone stand safely, walking aids, nights, unreported falls and blood thinners, never rushing, strength, fear of falling and the fall prevention plan. Follow the person's care plan, your agency's policies and your therapist's or nurse's instructions. See the whole series

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