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A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client's home environment for fall risks. Which finding requires immediate intervention to ensure client safety?

A A small throw rug in the living room
B Adequate lighting in hallways
C Grab bars installed in the shower
D Staircase handrails on both sides

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

Loose throw rugs are a significant tripping hazard and a common cause of falls in older adults, requiring immediate removal or securing. The other options are safety features.

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