Which home modifications will support rehabilitation for a patient who had a stroke? (Select all that apply.)
a. Raised commode seat
b. Provision of a seat in the shower
c. Availability of soft, low chairs
d. Bathtub hand rails
e. Bright-colored scatter rugs
A, B, D
A raised commode seat, a seat in the shower, and bathtub rails assist the patient who is recover-ing from a stroke with self-care. Low chairs are difficult to manage, and scatter rugs pose a ha-zard for falls.
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