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A resident keeps her water cup, glasses, and tissues on a far table. What is the safer setup?
- A.Move daily items within easy reach of where she usually sits
- B.Leave them far away so she practices standing more often
- C.Put the items on the floor beside her favorite chair
- D.Store everything in the bathroom where she can wash up
Correct answer
A. Move daily items within easy reach of where she usually sits
Why
Items within reach prevent unsafe stretching and standing without help. Distance practice, floor storage, and bathroom storage all increase the chance of a fall.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Safety: Fall Prevention · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-135).