Gary is still having lot of concerns with mobility

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Gary Rawlings is 71 years old. He lives at home with his wife, Karen, and son, Doug. He recently was hospitalized for a stage 4 pressure ulcer to his right heel. Gary suffers from diabetes and hypertension. Gary is unable to walk far distances due to his heel. Karen recently bought him a motorized wheelchair to get around easier.

1. Gary is having difficulty getting around the house, due to lack of mobility. You are doing an initial home health visit with him. What things do you need to watch for to advise Gary to be safe in the home and when Gary goes out?

2. Gary attends weekly church outings with close friends in the congregation. He wishes to still attend these meetings, even though he is still struggling with the infection in his leg. What can you discuss with Gary about his risks of further infection?

3. You realize Gary is still having a lot of concerns with mobility. What referrals can you place to help Gary improve in his current status?

4. Mrs. Rawlings asked you to explain how aging affects a person's safety. What information would you discuss with her?

5. Mr. Rawlings' son, Doug, is concerned about the changes he should make to the house to ensure his father's safety? What information can you give him to help address his concerns?

6. You feel it's important that the Rawlings family understand the factors that contribute to falls in the older adult. What information will you provide.

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