The nurse instructs the client and family about possible visual and mental adverse reactions that can occur. Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching to reduce the client's risk for injury? Select all that apply
A) Removing throw rugs
B) Moving furniture against the wall
C) Making sure floors are dry
D) Avoiding having the floors waxed
E) Removing electrical cords from walkways
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Objects or situations that may cause falls, such as throw rugs, electrical cords, footstools, furniture, and wet or newly waxed floors, are removed or avoided whenever possible.
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