The nurse is admitting an older client to the care area. What can the nurse do to promote a safe environment for the client?
1. Keep clutter to a minimum in the client's room.
2. Have the client wear terry-cloth slippers.
3. Provide adequate lighting.
4. Turn off alarms to reduce noise.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The environment should be clutter-free because any clutter can cause the client to fall.
Rationale 2: Wearing terry-cloth slippers would allow the client to fall. The client should have rubber skid-resistant soles.
Rationale 3: Providing adequate lighting will help prevent the client from falling.
Rationale 4: Noise should be kept to a minimum, but turning off alarms would endanger a client.
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