Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for injury related to medical diagnoses and con-ditions?
1. A history of asthma and alcohol abuse
2. A history of heart failure and urinary urgency
3. A history of hypertension and wearing corrective lenses
4. A history of chronic bronchitis and impaired hearing
ANS: 2
This client is likely using diuretics that increase the frequency of voiding and result in the client having to use toilet facilities more often. Falls often occur with clients who have to get out of bed quickly because of urinary urgency.
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