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    ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam 3

    A nurse is supervising an assistive personnel (AP. who is caring for a client who is at risk for falls. For which of the following actions by the AP should the nurse intervene?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Assisting the client to the bathroom at regular intervals helps prevent falls due to toileting needs. B. Locking the wheels on the bed prevents unwanted movement and reduces the risk of falls when the client is in bed. C. Raising all four side rails is considered a restraint, which can increase the risk of falls or injury if the client tries to climb over them. Restraints should be avoided unless absolutely necessary and prescribed by a healthcare provider. In most cases, raising two side rails is sufficient to prevent the client from accidentally rolling out of bed while allowing them to safely exit the bed. D. Clearing the path from obstacles and furniture reduces the risk of falls by providing a safe and unobstructed route to the bathroom.

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