A 79-year-old woman with a history of congestive heart failure, arthritis, depression,
and difficulty sleeping presents for a follow-up visit. She takes several prescription
medications, including an antidepressant, a diuretic, an angiotensin-converting–
enzyme inhibitor, and a beta-blocker, as well as over-the-counter sleep and allergy
medications. Her chronic conditions appear to be stable. Her daughter reports that
the patient has fallen twice during the past six months. What can be done to prevent
future falls?