Describes the differences and similarities between regulatory certification requirements (under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and the role of accrediting guidelines for addressing falls. Identify which has more enforcement “teeth” and why.

Imagine that you work in the hospital on the unit that takes care of post-operative hip replacement patients. These patients are mostly elderly and at a high risk for falls. In thinking about this scenario, write a short paper that: Describes the differences and similarities between regulatory certification requirements (under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and the role of accrediting guidelines for addressing falls. Identify which has more enforcement “teeth” and why.