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Justin Davis
on Oct 23, 2024
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The patient lives in an apartment and has difficulty getting on and off of the toilet.Which is the best intervention to protect the patient's safety?
A) Place a bedside commode over the toilet.
B) Screw grab bars into the wall by the toilet.
C) Attach suction cup grab bars to the wall by the toilet.
D) Instruct the patient to lean forward when rising to stand.
Bedside Commode
A portable toilet designed for use by individuals who are bedridden or have limited mobility, often placed beside the bed.
Screw Grab Bars
Safety devices installed in bathrooms or other areas, secured with screws to the wall, to provide support and prevent falls.
- Pinpoint patient complication risks and embed preventive strategies into care practices.
- Comprehend the criticality of maintaining a protected space for specific communities.
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NJ
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint patient complication risks and embed preventive strategies into care practices.
- Comprehend the criticality of maintaining a protected space for specific communities.
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