Which of the following would pose a safety hazard in a hospital environment?
a. Side rails are raised for clients of all ages.
b. An incontinent client has urinated on the floor.
c. A dietary tray is left on a bedside table.
d. The door to a client bathroom is open.
B
Fall prevention is an ongoing process that includes wiping up spills, encouraging use of side rails, applying restraints when prescribed, encouraging use of assistive devices for walking, using proper body mechanics, ensuring adequate lighting, and removing environmental obstacles. Nurses should reduce bathroom hazards while clients are in a health care facility and teach clients to take similar measures in their homes.
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