Professional role and rightsQuestion 77 of 1700
A resident wants a candle in the room. What is the best answer?
- Allow a real candle if the resident promises to be careful
- Say no and offer nothing else in its place
- Offer an electric candle, because a flame is a fire risk
- Allow it if the room door is kept open
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Correct answer: Offer an electric candle, because a flame is a fire risk
Find a safe alternative when a request is not safe.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 2.2: Ethical and Legal Responsibilities of the Nursing Assistant
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026