ABSTRACT
CASE STUDY
NURSING CARE FOR THE ELDERLYTHAT EXPERIENCES SECURITY DISRUPTIONSWITH NURSING PROBLEMS RISK OF FALLS
By: Putri Rahayu Agustin
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The risk of falls in the elderly can be caused by age-related changes and environmental conditions that do not support safety. One of the most common physiological changes is a decline in musculoskeletal function, which leads to a decrease in muscle mass and strength. This contributes to reduced psychomotor ability and impaired balance in older adults. In addition, an unsafe environment further increases the likelihood of falls. This case study aims to provide nursing care for elderly individuals experiencing compromised safety, with a specific focus on the nursing problem of fall risk.
This study was conducted using a nursing approach through a problem-solving method. The subject of the study was an elderly individual with a high risk of falling, residing at UPT PSTW Magetan. The research activities were carried out from June 16 to June 21, 2025.
The assessment data obtained showed the results of muscle strength examination: the right upper and lower extremities had muscle strength scores of 5 and 4, respectively, while the left upper and lower extremities scored 5 and 3. Balance assessment indicated that Mrs. S was at high risk of falling, with a score of 13. Based on the implementation of nursing care, the fall risk problem in Mrs. S was partially resolved. During the intervention period, Mrs. S did not experience any falls, although she remained in the high-risk category due to degenerative conditions resulting in decreased muscle strength.
This nursing care for elderly individuals with fall risk problems is expected to serve as a source of information for older adults in efforts to prevent falls and to enhance their understanding of how to minimize such risks.