Name at least six actions that you could perform to help prevent falls in the nursing home.
What will be an ideal response?
Do not leave supplies and equipment in open areas or hallways. Wipe up spills immediately. Watch the resident for signs of weakness or loss of balance. Try to eliminate noise and other distractions. Do not leave the resident alone in the tub or shower. Check the resident's attire for loose shoes, untied laces, and long robes.
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A) Trauma B) Injury C) Dental emergency D) Dental trauma
A patient says, "I'm okay about that," while sitting with her arms folded across her chest and avoiding eye contact is an example of
A. body language that conveys one's true feeling, when words say otherwise. B. a happy and content patient. C. body language and words that match. D. a patient who understands the instructions given.
Money withheld from employees' gross earnings to pay federal and state and local (if any) income taxes and certain other taxes are held in ________ accounts.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Use skin cream to remove any residue of tape adherent from the skin. ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word