PT Question of the Week - Patient safety

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You are working your way through a home safety checklist for an elderly patient who is returning home. The patient has difficulty seeing in areas of increased glare. Which of the following modifications would you recommend for this patient?
1. To install glossy metal grab bars where appropriate
2. To add diffuse lighting throughout the home
3. To use a minimum of carpeting throughout the home
4.  To remove all lamps that have shades

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