The nurse is planning care for a client who is experiencing Stage 1 Alzheimer disease. Which intervention will promote a therapeutic environment for a client with acute confusion?
A) Background noise like music will keep this client calm.
B) Dim the lights during waking hours.
C) Schedule meals at the same time each day.
D) Pain medications will enhance the therapeutic environment.
Answer: C
The client with dementia benefits from a routine schedule of activities, including meal times. The client typically is better oriented when it is quiet. Pain medications should be administered if pain is present, but these medications will not enhance the therapeutic environment. It is important keep the room lit during waking hours; the lights should not be dimmed during this time.
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