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Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A caring home health nurse has given his 90-year-old patient a framed poster that says, Pride goeth before a fall to remind his patient to:

a. take care not to fall.
b. ask for assistance when needed.
c. take pride in his independence.
d. not attempt any activity without help.

Question 2

The nurse reminds the older adult who is taking drugs for hypertension that to prevent falls from orthostatic hypotension, the patient should:

a. ambulate with a walker.
b. avoid hot baths.
c. avoid climbing stairs.
d. sit on the side of the bed for a moment before ambulation.