Which interventions should the nurse suggest an older patient use to reduce safety issues in the home? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Use lampshades to prevent glare.
2. Recommend designed rug patterns.
3. Increase lighting in high-traffic areas.
4. Add extra lighting in areas that are dark.
5. Paint the edges of stairs to identify steps.
1,3,4,5
Rationale: One intervention to improve safety issues in the home is to use lampshades to prevent glare.
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