The Safest Technique for the Nurse to Use When Assisting

question 22

Multiple Choice

The safest technique for the nurse to use when assisting a blind patient in ambulating to the bathroom is to

• A)have the patient place a hand on the nurse's shoulder and guide the patient.
• B)lead the patient slowly to the bathroom, holding on to the patient by the arm.
• C)stay beside the patient and describe any obstacles on the path to the bathroom.
• D)walk slightly ahead of the patient, allowing the patient to hold the nurse's elbow.

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