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    Ati pharm patho midterm proctored exam

    A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client who reports falling a couple of times over the past week. Which of the following findings should the nurse suspect is contributing to the client's falls?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The client has a nonslip bath mat in his shower. – This is a safety measure that helps prevent falls, not contribute to them. B. The client wears fitted slippers. – Well-fitted slippers provide foot stability and traction, helping reduce the risk of falls. C. The client takes alprazolam. – Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine, which can cause drowsiness, dizziness, and impaired coordination, especially in older adults. These side effects significantly increase fall risk. D. The client uses a raised toilet seat. – A raised toilet seat is a fall-prevention aid, often recommended for clients with limited mobility.

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