18,19 Take steps to make living areas safer. Remove tripping hazards and use non-slip mats in the bathtub and on shower floors. Have grab bars put in next to the toilet and in the tub or shower, and have handrails put in on both sides of all stairs. Ask their doctor to review all of their medicines in order to reduce side effects and interactions. 21 Have an eye doctor check their vision each year.
Poor vision can increase the risk of falling.
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