For a resident with dementia, behavior is a form of communication. Which of the following behaviors demonstrates a resident's need for security, companionship, or looking for a loved one?
A. Hoarding and pillaging
B. Sundowning
C. Wandering and pacing
D. Hallucinations
Answer: C
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