An 81-Year-Old Woman Who Lives Alone Is in the Clinic

An 81-year-old woman who lives alone is in the clinic for an annual physical. She reports that she has noticed that her sense of smell is not as acute as it used to be. Which nursing interventions are indicated?. Select all that apply.

A) Ask the patient if her kitchen stove is gas or electric.
B) Remind the patient of the need to change batteries in her smoke detectors twice a year.
C) Suggest that the patient use fewer spices when cooking.
D) Recommend that the patient limit the amount she drives her car.
E) Ask the patient if she has a cat or dog living in her house.