The nurse is teaching a community group about poisoning prevention. Which of the following statements from an attendee would indicate the need for further teaching?

The priority action of the nurse to ensure client safety during a transfer from the bed to a wheelchair is to lock the wheels of the wheelchair. This will prevent the wheelchair from moving and provide a stable surface for the client to transfer onto.

Encouraging the client to push up from the wheelchair is not a safe option, as it could result in the client losing their balance and falling.

Ensuring the client is bathed before getting into the wheelchair is not directly related to client safety during the transfer.

Placing the bed in the lithotomy position, which involves positioning the client with their feet in stirrups and their legs elevated, is not necessary for a transfer to a wheelchair and could potentially increase the risk of injury.

The suggestion of utilizing lavender in addition to the use of lorazepam for anxiety is an example of alternative therapy. Alternative therapy refers to any healing practice that is not considered part of conventional medicine, such as the use of herbs, massage, acupuncture, or aromatherapy. In this case, the nurse is suggesting the use of lavender, an herb known for its calming properties, as an additional therapy for anxiety, rather than relying solely on the conventional medication, lorazepam.

Massage therapy is considered a complementary therapy, as it is often used in conjunction with conventional medicine to manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. Complementary therapies are used alongside conventional medicine and are generally not intended to replace it. In this case, the nurse is suggesting the use of massage therapy as a complementary therapy to medication for chronic leg pain.