To prevent complications caused by a common problem of Huntington's disease, the nurse should
A) institute seizure precautions.
B) pad wheelchairs and beds.
C) start an exercise regimen.
D) teach different communication signals.

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Excessive movements and falling can cause injury in the client with Huntington's disease. Interventions include padding wheelchairs and beds, providing shin guards, and using gait belts for ambulation. Communication does become difficult and alternative forms of communication are appropriate before the client becomes completely demented, but this does not take priority over safety precautions. The client does not need an exercise regimen as the client is already hyperactive, and seizures do not occur.

To Prevent Complications Caused by a Common Problem of Huntington's