Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
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A 55-year-old woman is recovering from a bowel resection. She is receiving epidural analgesia. She lived by herself right up until admission and has no cognitive deficits. All of the following interventions will reduce the risk of client falls. Which would be most appropriate for this client?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Keeping the bed low and call bell accessible promotes safety and independence, most appropriate for a cognitively intact client.