Which of the following is a safety measure that the patient should implement in the home environment?
a. Using fluorescent lighting
b. Wearing extra clothing for padding
c. Obtaining a large fire extinguisher
d. Installing additional towel bars for support in the shower
B
Have the patient use padding or types of clothing that will cushion bony prominences, especially high-risk bony prominences (e.g., hips). Specially designed hip protectors are available; they help to absorb the impact of a falling body. Provide a direct light source in areas where the patient reads, cooks, uses tools, or conducts hobby work. Avoid fluorescent lighting because it creates excessive glare. Have the patient select a fire extinguisher that is easy to handle and manipulate. Have a grab bar installed into wall studs at the tub, toilet, and/or shower. Towel bars are not designed to support the weight of the patient.
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choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "It is episodic.". 2. "We focus on primary care.". 3. "Most of what we do is acute care or critical care.". 4. "ED nurses provide care to patients of all ages.". 5. "Most of the time we are providing care to patients without a medical diagnosis.".
The nurse is concerned that a client is experiencing complicated grieving after the unexpected death of a son. The nurse most likely assessed:
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