When assisting a resident with a shower, what is the primary reason for placing a shower chair or bench in the stall?

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To provide safety, reduce fall risk, and conserve energy for weak or elderly residents. A shower chair provides safety by reducing fall risk and allows weak or fatigued residents to conserve energy during bathing. Speed control (A) is not the purpose. While it may help with access (C), safety is the primary reason. Policy compliance (D) exists because of safety, not the other way around.