The nurse is planning a homecare visit to a mother who just recently delivered. The neighborhood is known to have a significant crime rate. What should the nurse do when planning this visit to facilitate personal safety?
1. Plan the visit at nighttime.
2. Wait to find the exact location until arrival in the neighborhood.
3. Put personal possessions in the trunk when leaving the office.
4. Wear flashy jewelry to garner respect.
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Rationale 1: Maintaining safety should include making home visits during daylight hours whenever possible.
Rationale 2: Maintaining safety during home visits includes knowing the exact address and locating the home on a map prior to leaving the office.
Rationale 3: Placing personal possessions in the trunk before arriving at the home is part of maintaining safety during a home visit.
Rationale 4: The nurse should avoid wearing expensive or flashy jewelry.
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