Question

q8. all of the following can help prevent patient falls, except?
determining the patients fall risk.
reducing risk by improving the safety of the patients environment
documenting the risk and communicating it to your colleagues.
keeping loose rugs on the floor.

Explanation:

• Determining the patient's fall risk helps in identifying those at higher risk and taking preventive measures.
• Reducing risk by improving the safety of the patient's environment (e.g., removing obstacles) directly lowers fall chances.
• Documenting the risk and communicating it to colleagues ensures everyone is aware and can contribute to prevention.
• Keeping loose rugs on the floor is a hazard as they can cause tripping, thus not helping in preventing falls.

Answer:

Keeping loose rugs on the floor.