A family is making home modifications for a visually impaired older family member. Which recommendation should the home care nurse make to the family?
1. Remove lamp shades to increase lighting.
2. Use soft blue, gray, and light green tones.
3. Install motion-sensor lights when possible.
4. Install reflective floors to provide increased lighting to the environment.
3
Rationale: The removal of lamp shades will promote a glare.
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1. raw fruits and vegetables. 2. potatoes and bread. 3. coffee and tea. 4. prune and grape juice.
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