Home Safety Hazard: Throw Rugs Over Electrical Cords

Safety & Infection Control · Question from the ATI PN Fundamentals 2023 Proctored Exam study set

Correct answer: Throw rugs cover electrical cords on the floor

Why this is the answer

This combination creates both a trip hazard and conceals a cord that could fray or overheat, increasing the risk of falls and fire.

The bigger concept

Home-safety data collection looks for trip hazards, fire hazards, and poor lighting. Throw rugs over cords combine two of them and hide the cord from inspection. Other classic findings: no grab bars or nonskid mat in the tub, water heater above 120°F, missing smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors, cluttered walkways, and poor stairway lighting. Teach the client and family to fix the modifiable hazards first.

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