A 79-year-old client drives his car in the local areas near his home. The most appropriate driving tip for the nurse to give this client is:
1. "Go very, very slow so you will have some chance of reacting"
2. "Take your time on long road trips when you are by yourself"
3. "Remember to keep your car maintained with regular checkups"
4. "To avoid sun glare, you should drive at night"
ANS: 3
A safety tip the nurse can share with this client is to keep the car in good working condition. The nurse should advise the client to go slow, but not too slow, for safety. The nurse can offer the driving tip to drive in familiar areas, not on long road trips by himself or herself. The client should be advised to avoid driving at dusk or at night.
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