What would be an appropriate suggestion for an 80-year-old woman who recently placed a deadbolt lock on her door?
a. Keep the door securely locked.
b. Apply similar locks on the windows.
c. Leave the door unlocked, with the key in place.
d. Replace the lock with a security chain.
ANS: C
Unlocked deadbolts allow rapid access by emergency personnel.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Specific procedures used to prevent the spread of infection are
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