The nurse teaches an older client about minimizing the risk of falls at home.Which does the nurse include in client teaching to prevent falls?

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To prevent falls in the home,the nurse instructs the client to keep furniture arrangements so that the furniture can be walked around easily and keep walking paths free of clutter.If a change must occur,the client should practice moving around in the new arrangement with assistance as much as possible and use full lighting during any ambulation.Towel bars are not sturdy.Safety grab bars should be installed in the bathroom to help prevent falls.The neighbor can help to prevent a fall by assisting the client with awkward tasks.Throw rugs and area rugs are trip hazards because they create an uneven surface,with or without tape.

The Nurse Teaches an Older Client About Minimizing the Risk