A nurse is preparing an education program on safety concerns for elderly adults living in their own homes. To address the sensory changes in this age group, the nurse will recommend that this group have which of the following?
1. Carbon monoxide detectors that are checked on a scheduled basis
2. A list of emergency numbers near the phone
3. Telephones that use a blinking light instead of a ringer
4. Someone to do their cooking for them
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Decreased or absent sense of smell adds to the safety issues of this age group. Because of this, and if the elderly person's home has natural gas appliances or furnace, a carbon monoxide detector would alert the person of any gas leaks or problems present.
Rationale 2: Emergency numbers by the phone is a good idea, but does not address sensory changes.
Rationale 3: Telephones that utilize a blinking light are used for people who are significantly hearing impaired.
Rationale 4: It is not necessary for someone to do cooking for this age group, though they may be inclined to use more salt due to decreased sense of smell and taste.
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