A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has limited mobility. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Demonstrate to the client how to use the signaling device: Teaching the client how to use the call light is the priority because it ensures they can easily ask for assistance, especially with limited mobility. Immediate access to help reduces the risk of falls, injury, and delays in meeting urgent needs. B. Explain the facility's meal schedule: While it is important for the client to know when meals are served, this information does not impact their immediate safety or ability to get assistance when needed, making it a lower priority than teaching about the call light. C. Demonstrate to the client how to use the television: Teaching about the television promotes comfort but is nonessential for safety or urgent needs. Comfort measures can be addressed after critical safety interventions have been completed. D. Explain the medication administration schedule: Understanding medication schedules is important for client education and adherence, but ensuring the ability to call for help is more immediately critical, especially in a client with limited mobility.