NB: Also consider John’s sitting position.
Explore the image below to identify the environmental factors.
Drinks out of reach – the drinks are on the opposite side from John and out of his reach.
Call bell out of reach – the call bell is on the opposite side of the bed from John and out of his reach.
Walking frame out of reach – the walking frame is on the opposite side of the bed from John and out of his reach.
Bed screen blocking view to toilet – the toilet door is not visible to John due to bed screens around other beds.
Blanket on his knees – this is a fall risk.
Bedside table blocking access – the bedside table obstructing free access into the toilet.
Can you identify the problem?
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