When caring for a client experiencing social isolation, which is the MOST appropriate nursing intervention?
a. provide distractional activities such as television
b. encourage client to participate in facility activities
c. request a consultation with a psychiatrist
d. allow the client to remain in his or her room
B
Social isolation is a common psychological problem for clients who are admitted to rehabilitative or restorative facilities. The nurse can reduce the client's social isolation by encouraging the client to participate in facility activities.
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