The nurse is planning a home care visit to a mother who just recently delivered, and her baby. Their neighborhood is known to have a significant crime rate.
Which of the following should the nurse do when planning this visit to facilitate personal safety? A. Plan the visit at nighttime.
B. Wait to find the location until you arrive in the neighborhood.
C. Put personal possessions in the trunk when leaving the office.
D. Wear flashy jewelry to garner respect.
Question 2
The nurse is presenting an educational in-service presentation for new community nurses. The topic of the presentation is safety.
Which of the following objects should the nurse tell the nurses is most important for safety when making home visits? A. Personal handgun
B. Cellular phone
C. Can of mace
D. Map of the area
