The home health nurse suggests telephone modifications to increase the safety of older adults, which are _________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. placement of phones at bedside and next to a favorite chair.
b. programming an auto dial function for quick dialing.
c. using an answering machine with a male voice.
d. replacing the phone cord with a 15-foot cord for ease in carrying around the phone.
e. selecting a phone with large numbers.
ANS: A, B, C, E
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