The best way to assist a patient who has mild Alzheimer's disease is:
A) Ask the physician to keep the patient sedated to avoid "acting out" behaviors
B) Provide strict one-on-one behavior modification techniques to prevent further cognitive deterioration
C) Encourage the family to begin preparations to move the person to a skilled nursing facility
D) Provide a stable, safe, and consistent environment
D
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In planning care for a suicidal client, which correctly written outcome should be a nurse's first priority?
1. The client will not physically harm self. 2. The client will express hope for the future by day three. 3. The client will establish a trusting relationship with the nurse. 4. The client will remain safe during hospital stay.
A nurse is developing a plan of care for an older adult who is malnourished and on bed rest. Which of the following interventions would be included to prevent skin alterations?
A) turn and reposition every 2 hours B) limit fluids to 500 mL every 24 hours C) do not use lotions or creams on skin D) assess vital signs every 4 hours
The nurse speaks on behalf of others who are unable to speak for themselves. The nurse is performing which of the following roles?
1. Advocate 2. Caregiver 3. Coordinator 4. Collaborator
__________ is a nonspecific response to an injurious agent
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word