A home care nurse is inspecting a patient's house for safety issues. Which findings will cause the nurse to address the safety problems? (Select all that apply.)

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Assess the patient's home for common hazards, including the following: (1) loose area rugs and runner placed over carpeting, (2) poor lighting in stairways, and (3) absence of smoke alarms. Because of reduced depth perception, patients can trip on throw rugs, runners, or the edge of stairs. A bathtub with grab bars is safe and does not need to be addressed. Teach patients and family members to keep all flooring in good repair, and advise them to use low-pile carpeting. Thresholds between rooms need to be level with the floor.

A Home Care Nurse Is Inspecting a Patient's House for Safety