Which resources are appropriate to promote safety and independence for the client?
(Select all that apply. One, some, or all options may be correct.)
Select all that apply
Shower chair.
The use of adaptive equipment such as a shower chair or bath tub chair and lift can promote safety and independence for
the client.
Harding, Mariann. (2020). Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing (11th ed.) St. Louis, MO. Elsevier. p.1465.
Medical alert system.
A medical alert system promotes autonomy by allowing the client to feel more secure that immediate medical response is
available if
an injury occurs or help is needed.
Rebar, Cherie, & Ignatavičius, & Workman, Linda. (2018). Medical-Surgical Nursing. (9th edition). St. Louis, MO. Elsevier.
p.120
.
Home healthcare referral.
A homecare referral will allow for an in-home safety assessment and continuity of care while Susan continues to
rehabilitate.
Harding, Mariann. (2020). Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing (11th ed.) St. Louis, MO. Elsevier. p. 67.
Raised toilet seat.
A raised toilet seat helps alleviate discomfort associated with squatting on low toilets.
Crawford, Lynne. (2020). Fundamentals of Nursing (2nd ed.). St. Louis, MO. Elsevier. p. 1010.
Admission to home hospice.