The nurse is teaching older adults about lowering the risk for musculoskeletal trauma. Which strategy should the nurse include?
1. Avoid falls at home by not using throw rugs.
2. Avoid injury in motor vehicle accidents by not driving.
3. Avoid fire by not cooking in the kitchen when alone.
4. Avoid injury by not using assistive devices at home.
Correct Answer: 1
The nurse should teach ways to make the home safe, including the elimination of throw rugs. Advising adults to avoid cooking and driving is not realistic. Assistive devices are intended to promote independence and should be used by patients who need them.
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