It is essential for an elderly patient who lives alone and has atrophy of his olfactory organs to have which of the following installed in the home?
A) Grab bars
B) Non-slip mats
C) Baseboard heaters
D) A smoke detector
Ans: D
Feedback: The olfactory organs are responsible for the sense of smell which deteriorates with age. This may present a safety hazard for the patient because he or she may not smell smoke or gas leaks. A smoke should be installed. A carbon monoxide detector should also be installed because carbon monoxide is odorless.
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