Question

The home health nurse is conducting a home safety assessment during the admission of a home bound client. Which factors should the nurse be sure to assess for?Select all that apply.The feasibility of modifying the homeThe home's safety against home invasionsThe presence of indoor plumbingThe home's proximity to a train stationThe presence of pest infestations

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

The feasibility of modifying the home

The home's safety against home invasions

The presence of indoor plumbing

The presence of pest infestations

When assessing a new client's home, the home health care nurse should ensure a safe environment. Assessments include learning whether the house is rented or owned, as this determines whether modifications are feasible; looking for smoke or fire alarms, adequate lighting, flat door sills, and adequate security; determining whether the house is clean and free from insect or rodent infestation; and determining the source of water and the condition of the plumbing. It is not important to determine whether the client's home is near a train station, as the client is home bound.