Additional safety considerations
Additional safety considerations ( 8 Questions)
Which safety measure should be implemented to prevent falls in patients with impaired mobility?
Incorrect choices: a. While regular exercise can improve mobility and strength, it should be tailored to the patient's abilities and done with proper supervision. It may not be suitable for all patients with impaired mobility.
Providing nonskid footwear. Explanation: Providing nonskid footwear helps improve traction and stability, reducing the risk of slips and falls in patients with impaired mobility.
The use of physical restraints is generally discouraged due to the risk of complications and adverse effects on patient safety and well-being.
Encouraging independent ambulation in patients with impaired mobility may not be appropriate and can increase the risk of falls. Assistance should be provided based on the patient's abilities and safety needs.
Answer: b. Providing nonskid footwear. Explanation: Providing nonskid footwear helps improve traction and stability, reducing the risk of slips and falls in patients with impaired mobility.
Incorrect choices: a. While regular exercise can improve mobility and strength, it should be tailored to the patient's abilities and done with proper supervision. It may not be suitable for all patients with impaired mobility.
c. The use of physical restraints is generally discouraged due to the risk of complications and adverse effects on patient safety and well-being.
d. Encouraging independent ambulation in patients with impaired mobility may not be appropriate and can increase the risk of falls. Assistance should be provided based on the patient's abilities and safety needs.