The home care nurse is teaching the family of an older adult patient methods to enhance safety when using the stairs. Which statement by the family member indicates appropriate understanding of the information presented?
1) "We will pick up the throw rugs that are in the hallway upstairs."
2) "We will clearly mark the first and last step of the stairs."
3) "We will make sure that there is a nightlight in the hallway and in the bathroom."
4) "We will make sure that the kitchen chairs are sturdy."
ANS: 2
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