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wenmo

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The home health nurse coaches the older adult about what to do in case of a home fire. The nurse would encourage the older adult to: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. keep a flashlight at the bedside.
  b. use an appropriate fire extinguisher to control fire.
  c. keep the doors open for an easy escape route.
  d. call 911 before exiting the home.
  e. open the windows to decrease smoke.

Question 2

The nurse clarifies internal factors that threaten the safety of the older adult; these include ___________________ ________________. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. decrease in flexibility.
  b. altered cerebral perfusion.
  c. gait changes.
  d. thermal hazards.
  e. postural changes.


Rilsmarie951

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, E


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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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