RN Exam Practice
Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 1515 of 2368

While walking with a client, the nurse notices that the client reports feeling dizzy. Which action should the nurse take first?

  1. Encourage the client to keep walking to the end of the hall
  2. Ask the client to stand still and take deep breaths
  3. Assist the client to sit down on a chair or on the floor
  4. Go to find a wheelchair while the client stands alone
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Correct answer: Assist the client to sit down on a chair or on the floor

Sitting the client down prevents a fall. Leaving the client standing while dizzy risks a fall and injury.

Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Mobility: Preventing Falls. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026