A nurse is providing postmortem care for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Choice A reason : Using a cane to ambulate is generally a measure to improve stability and reduce the risk of falling for individuals who may have balance or mobility issues. It is not inherently a risk factor for falls; rather, it is a compensatory strategy to mitigate the risk of falls1.
Choice B reason : Macular degeneration can significantly impact visual acuity and contrast sensitivity, leading to difficulties in navigation and increasing the risk of tripping or misjudging distances. Poor vision is a well-documented risk factor for falls, especially in unfamiliar or complex environments.
Choice C reason : A grab bar in the bathroom is a safety device installed to provide stability and support for individuals while they are using the bathroom facilities. It is a preventive measure against falls and does not increase the risk of falling.
Choice D reason : An electrical cord on the floor over a walkway is a tripping hazard. It is a common home hazard that can cause falls, especially in the elderly or those with mobility and visual impairments78.
Choice E reason : Unsecured throw rugs over tile floors are a recognized fall hazard. They can easily slip underfoot or cause tripping if the edges are not secured, which is particularly dangerous in areas like the kitchen where spills can make the floor even more slippery.

Choice A reason : Inability to form healthy relationships is not typically associated with fixation at the oral stage of development. Freud's theory suggests that this issue is more related to the Oedipal conflict during the phallic stage, where the individual's interactions with parental figures shape their future relationships.

Choice B reason : Feelings of shame are generally associated with the anal stage of Freud's psychosexual development, where the child's experiences with toilet training can lead to outcomes that manifest as either excessive orderliness or messiness in adulthood, rather than shame, which is not directly linked to the oral stage.

Choice C reason : Bedwetting is not a condition associated with the oral stage of development. It is more related to the anal stage, where issues of control and independence are central, and bedwetting can be a manifestation of conflicts around toilet training.

Choice D reason : Overeating is a classic example of an oral stage fixation. According to Freud, if an individual's needs are not properly met during the oral stage (0–1 years), they may develop habits such as overeating or smoking to satisfy the residual need for oral stimulation.