You are the nurse assigned to make several home visits in one day. What would you do with your valuables (e.g., purse or wallet and jewelry) and medical supplies during the day?
a. lock valuables and all supplies not needed (for any one visit) in the trunk of your car and leave jewelry at home
b. get a lockable suitcase on wheels to put the valuables in and wheel everything around with you
c. carry all valuables with you in a disclosed location and request that the head of household escort you to and from your car
d. call the local police station and arrange for a police escort to the family home if you have any concerns about your valuables
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A Correct. When traveling to make a home visit keep valuables, including medical supplies, locked in the trunk of your car, out of sight. Carry a cellular phone in the car at all times, and ensure that it is in working order. Avoid wearing jewelry.
B Incorrect. A lockable suitcase would have to be lifted into and out of the trunk, not a great idea.
C Incorrect. Lock all valuables in the trunk, and carry only the supplies necessary for the home visit.
D Incorrect. The local police should only be summoned in the case of emergency.
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