The nurse in a long-term care facility awards stickers to certified nursing assistants who consistently __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. report broken tiles in the shower room and bathrooms
b. mop up spills
c. assist residents to hurry
d. remind residents to use walkers
e. retie residents' shoelaces
ANS: A, B, D, E
Hurrying the older adult increases the risk for falls. All other options promote safety for the older adult.
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