Fall Prevention Tips for Pharmacy Practice

08/09/2025 40 min
Fall Prevention Tips for Pharmacy Practice

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Episode Synopsis

Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in older adults, and pharmacists are in a key position to help prevent them. This episode highlights how to identify medication risks, share practical prevention strategies, and connect patients with trusted tools and resources. Tune in to learn how you can make a meaningful impact in reducing falls in your community. HOSTJoshua Davis Kinsey, PharmDVP, EducationCEimpactGUESTKristin Meyer PharmD, BCGP, FASCPProfessor of Pharmacy PracticeDrake University College of Pharmacy and Health SciencesJoshua Davis Kinsey and Kristin Meyer have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. RESOURCESNational Council on Aging (NCOA) Falls PreventionNCOA Falls Prevention Awareness WeekNCOA Falls Free CheckUp®CDC STEADICPE REDEMPTIONThis course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here.CPE INFORMATIONLearning ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:1. Identify common medication classes and household hazards associated with increased fall risk in older adults.2. Describe the pharmacist's role in fall prevention through medication review, patient education, and community engagement.0.05 CEU/0.5 HrUAN: 0107-0000-25-269-H05-PInitial release date: 9/8/2025Expiration date: 9/8/2026Additional CPE details can be found here.Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram