Which patient is at HIGHEST risk for falls?

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An 82-year-old patient on multiple medications who is confused and has poor vision. Advanced age, polypharmacy (multiple medications), confusion, and vision impairment are major fall risk factors. The 45-year-old (A) has controlled disease with minimal risk. The 60-year-old (C) has one localized injury that can be managed. The 50-year-old (D) has a temporary single-limb restriction. The 82-year-old has multiple compounding risk factors. CNAs must assess multiple factors when identifying fall risk and implementing prevention measures.