Which of the following is the most effective nursing action for an elderly person who becomes violent/physically abusive?
A) Understanding that elderly persons have weakened physical conditions and are unlikely to cause harm to themselves or others.
B) Scheduling time for supervised walking.
C) Putting persons in situations that trigger the behavior to desensitize the person.
D) Getting help to protect self and others.
D
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Appropriate nursing actions for a violent/physically abusive elderly person include getting help to protect self and others; and avoiding putting persons in situations that trigger behaviors. Elderly persons do not necessarily have weakened physical conditions and may harm themselves or others, especially if the person feels threatened. Scheduling time for supervised walking is an appropriate intervention for wandering.
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