If a resident falls, the caregiver should

• A. Call for help
• B. Move the resident immediately
• C. Leave them to rest
• D. Check for injuries after a delay

Answer: (A)

When a resident falls, the priority is to get professional help and keep them safe. Falls can cause injuries that aren’t obvious right away, including possible head, neck, or spine injuries. Moving the resident yourself before a proper assessment can make injuries worse, so the caregiver should stay with them and call for help immediately. While waiting for help, speak calmly, check for responsiveness and breathing, and avoid moving them unless there is immediate danger (like a risk of further harm). Rely on trained responders to assess and provide care. Waiting to “see if they hurt more later” or trying to move them first can delay needed treatment, which is why calling for help is the best course.