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I. Choosing the Right People

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II. Responsibilities of the Team Members

• A. Clinical Staff
  1. Falls Clinical Nurse Specialist
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  2. Nurse Managers from Outpatient, Acute Care and Extended Care Lines
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  3. Nursing Assistants and LPNs from Acute Care and Extended Care Lines
        – Interventions (Nursing Service Fall Prevention Standard)
  4. Pharmacist
        – Review Medication (Medication Assessment)
  5. Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist
        – Balance and Strength Assessments (Tinetti Assessment Tool)
  6. Physician/Nurse Practitioner
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• B. Non-clinical Staff
  1. Patient Safety Manager/Quality Management Coordinator
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  2. Facility Management Manager
        – Environmental Assessments (Environmental Rounds)
  3. SPD Manager
        – Correct Products (Technology Assessment Guide)
  4. Biotechnology Manager
        – Equipment Saftey Checklist
  5. Transportation Manager
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III. Options for Facilities of Various Sizes

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IV. Functions of the Interdisciplinary Team

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