A home health care nurse has conducted a home safety assessment for an older adult.There are five concrete steps leading out from the front door.Which intervention would be most helpful in keeping the older adult safe on the steps?

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As a person ages,he or she may experience a decreased sense of touch.The older adult may not be aware of where his or her foot is on the step.Installing contrasting color strips at the end of each step will help increase awareness.If the client does not need an assistive device,he or she should not use one just on stairs.Using an alternative door may be necessary but does not address making the front steps safer.A two-footed gait may not help if the client is unaware of where the foot is on the step.

A Home Health Care Nurse Has Conducted a Home Safety