A nurse is teaching older adults at a senior center how to reduce the incidence of falls. Which of the following statements indicates that the nurse's teaching has been effective?
A) "Benadryl is a safe medication to take for sleep."
B) "It is safe to have rugs in my kitchen and bathroom."
C) "It is safe to take a low dose of Ativan when I am anxious."
D) "I understand that over-the-counter medications can cause falls."
Ans: D
Numerous prescription and over-the-counter medications are implicated in falls. Benzodiazepines have been studied, and it is suggested that their effect on psychomotor function increases the incidence of falls. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) has been associated with significant adverse effects on psychomotor skills.
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