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NCLEX-RN

Category - Safety

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A home health nurse is assessing an older client’s home for the first time. The presence of which of the following should be a cause of concern?
  1. Wall-to-wall carpeting
  2. Operable smoke detectors
  3. Cluttered exit passageways
  4. Secured throw rugs
Explanation
Answer: C - The presence of a variety of factors can increase an older client’s risk for trauma. Inoperable smoke detectors, cluttered exit passageways, and unsecured throw rugs increase the risk of trauma. Wall-to-wall carpeting has a consistent and textured surface, reducing the risk for slips and falls.
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