The nurse is caring for an older adult client on the medical unit admitted for diagnostic testing. He is alert and oriented and lives independently in his own home
Which nursing intervention will be most effective in the prevention of falls for this client?
A) using a gait belt each time he ambulates
B) ensuring his glasses are close by his bed
C) placing a bed alarm on his bed
D) moving him to a room close to the nurse's station
Ans: B
Feedback:
This client does not require aggressive fall prevention measures since he lives independently, is only having diagnostic testing, and is alert and oriented. Keeping his glasses close by will ensure the use of sensory appliances necessary to prevent falls.
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