A home health nurse is making a home visit to an older patient. A nurse conducts a home safety assessment and screens the environment for potential hazards for falls. Which of the following are hazards in the home? (Select all that apply.)
a. The absence of railings on the stairway
b. Night-lights in all rooms
c. Clutter throughout the home
d. A small throw rug outside of the shower stall
e. Grab bars in bathroom beside toilet
ANS: A, C, D
The absence of railings on stairway, clutter, and throw rugs can all contribute to falls in the home. Night-lights are recommended to prevent falls as are grab bars positioned beside the toilet in the bathroom.
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