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RN ATI Pediatric Nursing Proctored Exam with NGN 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about home safety to the adult child of an older adult client who is postoperative following knee replacement surgery. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Ensure that area rugs have rubber backs. This instruction is important to prevent slips and falls, especially for an older adult recovering from knee replacement surgery. Rubber-backed rugs provide traction and stability, reducing the risk of accidents. Encouraging the client to avoid wearing shoes at home (
A) may increase the risk of slipping on smooth surfaces. Marking the edges of the doorway with tape (
C) may not be effective and could create a tripping hazard. Placing a throw rug over electrical cords (
D) is unsafe as it can cause the older adult to trip.
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