Question

5. Mr. Birney recently returned home after a 5-day hospital stay for pneumonia. The Nursing Assistant is helping him to the bathroom. On the
way to the bathroom, Mr. Birney suddenly starts to fall. What should the Nursing Assistant do FIRST?
Ease the patient to the floor
Call for help
Catch the patient and prevent the fall
Assess the patient for injuries

Answer 1

Answer:

Catch the patient and prevent the fall

Explanation:

Falling to the ground could cause major injuries.