Question

mr. francisco, a resident who has alzheimer’s disease, has been moved to a unit where you are assigned as a support worker. you notice that his chart and care plan do not indicate any instructions regarding the use of bed rails. which of the following must you do to ensure this client’s safety? ch:20 ○ consult your supervisor. ○ get the consent of the substitute decision maker for the use of bed rails with this client. ○ keep the bed rails raised to prevent the client from falling out of bed. ○ adjust the bed height to its lowest position to minimize falls.

Explanation:

In healthcare (specifically nursing or caregiving for a resident with Alzheimer’s), when there are no care plan instructions about bed rails, the correct protocol is to consult a supervisor for guidance. Raising bed rails without consent or protocol, adjusting bed height, or using bed rails without proper authorization (like getting consent from the decision - maker) are not the right first steps. Consulting the supervisor ensures that the appropriate and safe action is taken in line with facility policies and the client's best interests.

Answer:

A. Consult your supervisor.