Author Question: The nurse determines that instruction regarding home safety for a client has been effective when ... (Read 46 times)

lunatika · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse determines that instruction regarding home safety for a client has been effective when what is assessed?

1. Smoke alarm functioning with new batteries installed.
2. Scatter rugs located in the kitchen and bathroom only.
3. The cord for a space heater stretches across a hallway.
4. Light bulb burned out in the bathroom and living room.

Question 2

What can the nurse do to promote a safe environment for the client?

1. Keep clutter to a minimum in the client's room.
2. Have the client wear terry cloth slippers.
3. Provide adequate lighting.
4. Turn off alarms to reduce noise.

Mochi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The installation and use of a smoke alarm in the home would indicate that home safety instruction has been effective.
Rationale 2: Scatter rugs would indicate that instruction on home safety has not been effective.
Rationale 3: Cords for appliances stretching across major walkways would indicate that instruction on home safety has not been effective.
Rationale 4: Inadequate lighting in major rooms of the home would indicate that instruction on home safety has not been effective.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The environment should be clutter-free because any clutter can cause the client to fall.
Rationale 2: Wearing terry cloth slippers would allow the client to fall. The client should have rubber skid-resistant soles.
Rationale 3: Providing adequate lighting will help prevent the client from falling.
Rationale 4: Noise should be kept to a minimum, but turning off alarms would endanger a client.