The nurse completes a safety assessment during a home visit to an older adult patient.Of the following observations made by the nurse,which one is of greatest concern for this patient who shows evidence of a sensory impairment?

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The grey-black settings on the stove handles may be hard for an older adult with a sensory impairment to see, increasing the risk of burns or fires from the stove being left on unintentionally. This poses the greatest concern for the patient's safety. The low-pile carpeting, handrail on the stairs, and higher wattage lighting are all appropriate safety measures for an older adult with sensory impairments.

The Nurse Completes a Safety Assessment During a Home Visit