To check forside effectsthat mayincrease fallrisk.True (Muscleweakness isa major riskfactor forfalls).Pets can getunderfoot orcausetripping.Clutter,loose rugs,or poorlighting.Turn on alight or use aflashlightbeforeentering.Side effectslikedizziness ordrowsiness.True (Drinkingplenty ofwater reducesdizziness).Sit or liedownimmediately,and stand upslowly.Use handrailsand ensure thesteps are well-lit and clear ofobstacles.Sit or liedownimmediately,and stand upslowly.Securecords ormove themout of theway.A caneorwalker.A non-slipmat oradhesivestrips.Non-slipflooring orlow-pilecarpeting.Moving tooquicklyincreases therisk of losingbalance.Install grabbars, use anon-slip mat, orhave a raisedtoilet seat.Install grabbars, use anon-slip mat, orhave a raisedtoilet seat.True (Exercisestrengthensmuscles andimprovesbalance).False(Furniture isunstable andnot designedfor support).Pets can getunderfoot orcausetripping.Use a cart ormakemultiple tripswith lighterloads.Use a bag,basket, orwalker trayto keep yourhands free.Use handrailsand ensure thesteps are well-lit and clear ofobstacles.False(Furniture isunstable andnot designedfor support).To avoidtripping overobstacleslike furnitureor clutter.Clutter,loose rugs,or poorlighting.Clear debris,repair unevensurfaces, andensure properlighting.Clear debris,repair unevensurfaces, andensure properlighting.True (Keepingitems withineasy reachavoids climbingor stretching).Securecords ormove themout of theway.Regularly,at leastevery fewmonths.True (Exercisestrengthensmuscles andimprovesbalance).Regularly,at leastevery fewmonths.Use a cart ormakemultiple tripswith lighterloads.A caneorwalker.Shoes withnon-slipsoles andgoodsupport.At leastonce ayear.A non-slipmat oradhesivestrips.Avoidclimbing orstretching;useextendabletools.Sit at the edgeof the bed for amoment beforestanding.Use a bag,basket, orwalker trayto keep yourhands free.Non-slipflooring orlow-pilecarpeting.Moving tooquicklyincreases therisk of losingbalance.To avoidtripping overobstacleslike furnitureor clutter.Use a sturdystep stoolwith ahandle, not achair.Shoes withnon-slipsoles andgoodsupport.Side effectslikedizziness ordrowsiness.Brightlighting withminimalglare.True (Keepingitems withineasy reachavoids climbingor stretching).To check forside effectsthat mayincrease fallrisk.Avoidclimbing orstretching;useextendabletools.At leastonce ayear.Brightlighting withminimalglare.Sit at the edgeof the bed for amoment beforestanding.Turn on alight or use aflashlightbeforeentering.Improved visionand hearinghelp withbalance andawareness ofhazards.Improved visionand hearinghelp withbalance andawareness ofhazards.True (Drinkingplenty ofwater reducesdizziness).True (Muscleweakness isa major riskfactor forfalls).Use a sturdystep stoolwith ahandle, not achair.To check forside effectsthat mayincrease fallrisk.True (Muscleweakness isa major riskfactor forfalls).Pets can getunderfoot orcausetripping.Clutter,loose rugs,or poorlighting.Turn on alight or use aflashlightbeforeentering.Side effectslikedizziness ordrowsiness.True (Drinkingplenty ofwater reducesdizziness).Sit or liedownimmediately,and stand upslowly.Use handrailsand ensure thesteps are well-lit and clear ofobstacles.Sit or liedownimmediately,and stand upslowly.Securecords ormove themout of theway.A caneorwalker.A non-slipmat oradhesivestrips.Non-slipflooring orlow-pilecarpeting.Moving tooquicklyincreases therisk of losingbalance.Install grabbars, use anon-slip mat, orhave a raisedtoilet seat.Install grabbars, use anon-slip mat, orhave a raisedtoilet seat.True (Exercisestrengthensmuscles andimprovesbalance).False(Furniture isunstable andnot designedfor support).Pets can getunderfoot orcausetripping.Use a cart ormakemultiple tripswith lighterloads.Use a bag,basket, orwalker trayto keep yourhands free.Use handrailsand ensure thesteps are well-lit and clear ofobstacles.False(Furniture isunstable andnot designedfor support).To avoidtripping overobstacleslike furnitureor clutter.Clutter,loose rugs,or poorlighting.Clear debris,repair unevensurfaces, andensure properlighting.Clear debris,repair unevensurfaces, andensure properlighting.True (Keepingitems withineasy reachavoids climbingor stretching).Securecords ormove themout of theway.Regularly,at leastevery fewmonths.True (Exercisestrengthensmuscles andimprovesbalance).Regularly,at leastevery fewmonths.Use a cart ormakemultiple tripswith lighterloads.A caneorwalker.Shoes withnon-slipsoles andgoodsupport.At leastonce ayear.A non-slipmat oradhesivestrips.Avoidclimbing orstretching;useextendabletools.Sit at the edgeof the bed for amoment beforestanding.Use a bag,basket, orwalker trayto keep yourhands free.Non-slipflooring orlow-pilecarpeting.Moving tooquicklyincreases therisk of losingbalance.To avoidtripping overobstacleslike furnitureor clutter.Use a sturdystep stoolwith ahandle, not achair.Shoes withnon-slipsoles andgoodsupport.Side effectslikedizziness ordrowsiness.Brightlighting withminimalglare.True (Keepingitems withineasy reachavoids climbingor stretching).To check forside effectsthat mayincrease fallrisk.Avoidclimbing orstretching;useextendabletools.At leastonce ayear.Brightlighting withminimalglare.Sit at the edgeof the bed for amoment beforestanding.Turn on alight or use aflashlightbeforeentering.Improved visionand hearinghelp withbalance andawareness ofhazards.Improved visionand hearinghelp withbalance andawareness ofhazards.True (Drinkingplenty ofwater reducesdizziness).True (Muscleweakness isa major riskfactor forfalls).Use a sturdystep stoolwith ahandle, not achair.

Fall Prevention - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.


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  1. To check for side effects that may increase fall risk.
  2. True (Muscle weakness is a major risk factor for falls).
  3. Pets can get underfoot or cause tripping.
  4. Clutter, loose rugs, or poor lighting.
  5. Turn on a light or use a flashlight before entering.
  6. Side effects like dizziness or drowsiness.
  7. True (Drinking plenty of water reduces dizziness).
  8. Sit or lie down immediately, and stand up slowly.
  9. Use handrails and ensure the steps are well-lit and clear of obstacles.
  10. Sit or lie down immediately, and stand up slowly.
  11. Secure cords or move them out of the way.
  12. A cane or walker.
  13. A non-slip mat or adhesive strips.
  14. Non-slip flooring or low-pile carpeting.
  15. Moving too quickly increases the risk of losing balance.
  16. Install grab bars, use a non-slip mat, or have a raised toilet seat.
  17. Install grab bars, use a non-slip mat, or have a raised toilet seat.
  18. True (Exercise strengthens muscles and improves balance).
  19. False (Furniture is unstable and not designed for support).
  20. Pets can get underfoot or cause tripping.
  21. Use a cart or make multiple trips with lighter loads.
  22. Use a bag, basket, or walker tray to keep your hands free.
  23. Use handrails and ensure the steps are well-lit and clear of obstacles.
  24. False (Furniture is unstable and not designed for support).
  25. To avoid tripping over obstacles like furniture or clutter.
  26. Clutter, loose rugs, or poor lighting.
  27. Clear debris, repair uneven surfaces, and ensure proper lighting.
  28. Clear debris, repair uneven surfaces, and ensure proper lighting.
  29. True (Keeping items within easy reach avoids climbing or stretching).
  30. Secure cords or move them out of the way.
  31. Regularly, at least every few months.
  32. True (Exercise strengthens muscles and improves balance).
  33. Regularly, at least every few months.
  34. Use a cart or make multiple trips with lighter loads.
  35. A cane or walker.
  36. Shoes with non-slip soles and good support.
  37. At least once a year.
  38. A non-slip mat or adhesive strips.
  39. Avoid climbing or stretching; use extendable tools.
  40. Sit at the edge of the bed for a moment before standing.
  41. Use a bag, basket, or walker tray to keep your hands free.
  42. Non-slip flooring or low-pile carpeting.
  43. Moving too quickly increases the risk of losing balance.
  44. To avoid tripping over obstacles like furniture or clutter.
  45. Use a sturdy step stool with a handle, not a chair.
  46. Shoes with non-slip soles and good support.
  47. Side effects like dizziness or drowsiness.
  48. Bright lighting with minimal glare.
  49. True (Keeping items within easy reach avoids climbing or stretching).
  50. To check for side effects that may increase fall risk.
  51. Avoid climbing or stretching; use extendable tools.
  52. At least once a year.
  53. Bright lighting with minimal glare.
  54. Sit at the edge of the bed for a moment before standing.
  55. Turn on a light or use a flashlight before entering.
  56. Improved vision and hearing help with balance and awareness of hazards.
  57. Improved vision and hearing help with balance and awareness of hazards.
  58. True (Drinking plenty of water reduces dizziness).
  59. True (Muscle weakness is a major risk factor for falls).
  60. Use a sturdy step stool with a handle, not a chair.