The nurse is caring for an older adult patient who has undergone a total hip replacement.To reduce the risk of further injury,the nurse would:
A) Leave all the lights on in the room at night.
B) Leave the side rails down at all times to enable the patient to get to the bathroom quickly.
C) Keep the call bell and other frequently used items in easy reach.
D) Keep the bed in the high position to discourage the patient from getting out of bed without assistance.
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