Which intervention addresses a guiding principle for creating an elder-friendly acute care facility?
a. Each bathroom is equipped with safety bars and low wattage lighting
b. A client is asked when they would prefer to bathe; morning, afternoon or evening
c. Televisions include a closed captioned function to assist the hearing impaired
d. Families are encouraged to bring foods from home that are allowed on the individual's diet
ANS: B
Each patient is a unique individual and should be evaluated as such as evidenced by the right to make decisions that meet individual needs and preferences. The remaining interventions are not unique to the older people nor do they best address the issue of personal autonomy and preferences.
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