Which Nursing Action Is Appropriate for the Parents of a Hospitalized

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which nursing action is appropriate for the parents of a hospitalized patient to enhance safety?

• A) Allowing the parent to sleep in the bed with the patient
• B) Keeping supplies on the bedside table to enhance their use
• C) Teaching the use of the call bell system
• D) Encouraging the child to walk barefoot to the bathroom

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