Which of the following statements by the caregiver of a client newly diagnosed with dementia requires further intervention by the nurse?
a. "I will remind Mother of things she has forgotten."
b. "I will keep Mother busy with favorite activities as long as she can participate."
c. "I will try to find new and different things to do every day."
d. "I will encourage Mother to talk about her friends and family."
Ans: c. "I will try to find new and different things to do every day."
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