The nurse teaches the older adult and his or her family the following fall prevention measures: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Remove scatter rugs
2. Adapt living arrangements to one floor
3. Day and time medication boxes can be helpful
4. Keep bed in low position
5. Encourage frequent review of all prescribed medication
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Clear walking paths protect the client with poor vision from tripping.
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a. Consuming a regular diet b. Increasing protein c. Restricting fluids d. Decreasing calories
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a. Re-visit reporting standards for medication errors in your organization. b. Ensure that medication errors are consistently reported. c. Provide staff with additional education related to safe practice in medication administration. d. Involve RN staff in determining reasons for errors and practice solutions to increase the safety of medication administration.