Nancy and Joel are concerned about Joel's aging father, who lives alone. They are worried that he will fall and severely injure himself, and will be unable to call for help. There are several steps they can take to reduce the chances of this happening. Which of the following would NOT be a suggestion you'd make to them in this situation?
A) Encourage Joel's father to stay active and fit.
B) Move Joel's father in with them so that they can keep an eye on him at all times.
C) Ensure that there is sufficient light in all walking areas of Joel's father's home.
D) Make sure there are no loose rugs or carpets in Joel's father's home.

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Moving Joel's father in with them might not be a practical or feasible solution for Nancy and Joel. They should explore other options such as installing a monitoring system, hiring a caregiver, or encouraging Joel's father to live in a senior community where there are staff members available 24/7. The other options (A, C, and D) are all good suggestions to help reduce the chances of Joel's father falling and injuring himself.

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