The family of a client in the hospital is concerned about the constant noise in the care area. Which health care professionals have the greatest control over the level of sensory input in the hospital?
1. Physicians
2. Administrators
3. Nurses
4. Planners
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Physicians are not at the bedside as much as nurses.
Rationale 2: Administrators are not at the bedside as much as nurses.
Rationale 3: Nurses have the greatest amount of control over the level of sensory input in the hospital. Nurses can decrease sensory overload by controlling lights, noise, odors, and pain. Nurses can also increase sensory input by stimulating the client as appropriate.
Rationale 4: Planners are not at the bedside as much as nurses.
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