The Nurse Is Presenting a Program at a Senior Center

question 88

Multiple Choice

The nurse is presenting a program at a senior center on how to survive a fall. Which statement by a program participant indicates that this person needs clarification about what emergency actions to take after a fall?

• A)"I should crawl to a phone on the affected side to keep it stable against a hard surface."
• B)"I should try to cover myself with a blanket while I wait for help to arrive."
• C)"To call for help, I can scoot on my bottom to a low wall-mounted phone."
• D)"If possible, I can crawl to a stairway and use the stairs to lift up to a standing position."

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Definitions:

Brachial Artery

A major blood vessel located in the upper arm, responsible for delivering blood to the arm and hand.

Lemon-Glycerin Sponges

Small, typically round sponges saturated with a solution of lemon and glycerin, used for oral hygiene in patients with difficulty in oral care.

Oral Cavity

The mouth, an opening in the body where food intake and communication occur.

Self-Sufficient

A person's ability to fulfill all of their basic needs independently, without reliance on others.