Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1074 of 1700
Why should you check that a resident's glasses and hearing aids work and fit?
- The resident will never need help to walk again
- The resident can skip the fall risk checks
- The resident will no longer need a gait belt
- The resident can safely notice the surroundings
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Correct answer: The resident can safely notice the surroundings
Seeing and hearing well helps a resident judge the space while moving, which lowers fall risk.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.2: Emergency Situations
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026