Examples of effective three-way interactions between patients, staff and environment which promoted engagement in falls prevention behaviours
| Educator role | Patient | Staff | Environment (mediated by staff and patient) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patient individually educated on reasons why and how to take relevant action of ringing bell: educator advocates to staff about building patient confidence to ring bell | Avoids risk taking behaviour—rings bell for assistance | Patient encouraged to ring bell: bell answered in timely manner | Bell working and in reach at all times |
| Patient individually educated on reasons why and how to take relevant action of using mobility aid: educator clarifies with both staff and patient to eliminate differing perceptions of mobility levels | Avoids risk taking behaviour—uses mobility aid correctly | Staff consistent on their instruction about use of mobility aid and the level of assistance they provide to patients | Mobility aid available, correctly prescribed and in reach at all times |