Practice Question
A nurse is teaching an older adult client about safety in the home environment. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend?
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Correct Answer:
Replace the shower head with a hand-held nozzle.
Rationale:
🚿 A hand-held shower nozzle increases safety and accessibility by allowing the older adult to control water direction and reduce the risk of slips and falls while bathing.
🚿 It helps clients with limited mobility or balance issues maintain independence and reduces strain.
🚿 Throw rugs can increase fall risk and should be avoided or secured.
🚿 The recommended safe water heater temperature is below 49°C (120°F) to prevent burns, so 54.5°C (130°F) is too high.
🚿 A thermostat set at 26°C (79°F) may cause overheating and dehydration risk in older adults; a lower, comfortable setting is advised.
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This question is from ATI RN Concept Based Assessment level 1 which contains 121 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN Concept-Based Assessment Level Exam(s)
- Answer Choices: 4