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the nurse is providing safety teaching to the family of an older adult client. which finding in the clients home will the nurse teach the family to address?
outlets and switches have cover plates.
no extension cords are being used.
a hair dryer is placed next to the sink.
machines used infrequently are unplugged.
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Explanation:

Placing a hair dryer next to the sink poses a significant safety risk as water and electricity can cause electrocution. Outlets and switches having cover plates, not using extension cords, and unplugging infrequently - used machines are all safety - promoting measures.

Answer:

C. A hair dryer is placed next to the sink.