Which of the following is NOT a fall-prevention measure for a high-risk patient?

• A. Keep bed in low position
• B. Remove call light from reach
• C. Use non-slip footwear
• D. Use side rails as appropriate per policy

Answer: (B)

Keeping high-risk patients safe involves enabling timely help, reducing hazards, and supporting controlled movement. Keeping the bed in a low position reduces the distance a patient would fall and lowers injury risk if they do slip or roll toward the edge. Providing non-slip footwear helps prevent slips and trips when a patient stands or moves. Using side rails as appropriate per policy offers support and helps prevent rolling out of bed. Removing the call light from reach defeats the purpose of getting help promptly and can lead to unassisted movements that increase the chance of a fall. Therefore, the item that is not a fall-prevention measure is removing the call light from reach; always keep it accessible so the patient can summon help when needed.