Practice Question
A home health nurse is discussing electrical hazards with a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
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Correct Answer:
"You should limit your use of extension cords."
Rationale:
⚡ Limiting the use of extension cords is a key safety measure to reduce the risk of electrical fires, tripping hazards, and overloads, especially in home settings where older wiring may be inadequate.
⚡ Overreliance on extension cords can lead to overloaded circuits, especially when multiple high-wattage appliances are connected, increasing the risk of electrical shorts or fires.
⚡ In home health environments, clients—especially those with mobility or cognitive impairments—are at increased risk of falls or injury from exposed or tangled cords.
⚡ Teaching clients to minimize extension cord use promotes a safer, clutter-free, and fire-preventive environment, in line with recommendations from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
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This question is from RN Community Health~2019 Exam 1 which contains 58 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Community Health
- Answer Choices: 4