When caring for a patient who is unconscious, the nurse should
a. work in silence
b. avoid overstimulation and touching the patient
c. speak to the patient when performing procedures
d. discourage family chatter at the bedside
C
When caring for the unconscious patient, the nurse should orient the patient to self, situation, place, and time, address the patient by name and explain all procedures, use touch deliberately, actively listen to significant others, encourage significant others to talk to and touch the patient often, and treat the patient with the same respect that is provided to all patients.
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