When Discussing Safety Measures for the Home Environment,the Nurse Should

question 14

Multiple Choice

When discussing safety measures for the home environment,the nurse should remind the patient of which key element?

• A) Set the hot water heater to only 60°C.
• B) Turn on the cold-water faucet first.
• C) Use small throw rugs on slippery wood floors.
• D) Put high-wattage bulbs into all lamps.

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