A client has developed septicemia and lapsed into unconsciousness. Her family stays with her around the clock. The nurse should encourage the family to:
a. stay back from the bed so as not to disturb the client or be in the way.
b. quietly and lightly touch and stroke the client.
c. talk to and touch the client as if she were conscious.
d. dim the lights and keep noise to a minimum.
ANS: C
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