When Assessing the Home for Fall Risks and Increased Safety

question 55

Multiple Choice

When assessing the home for fall risks and increased safety for an 85-year-old,what should be a suggestion of the home health nurse?

• A)Bright lights be kept on at all times.
• B)Sponge baths be taken rather than showers.
• C)Excess furniture be removed.
• D)Loose,comfortable shoes be worn.

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Definitions:

Risk Factor

Any attribute, characteristic or exposure of an individual that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.

Protective Factor

An aspect of an individual's environment or personality that reduces their vulnerability to negative psychological or physical outcomes.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and actions (compulsions).

Repetitive

Characterized by repeating the same action or event over and over again.