During a home health evaluation, an OT observes that a 78-year-old man with moderate dementia is at significant risk for falls during toileting. Which environmental modification would MOST directly address this safety concern?
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A
Install grab bars beside the toilet, raise the toilet seat height, and clear obstacles in the path to the bathroom
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B
Place signs on all doors to help the client orient to room locations
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C
Recommend a commode at the bedside to eliminate bathroom navigation
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D
Educate the caregiver to accompany the client to the bathroom at all times