A nurse in the long-term care facility plans a meeting to assist an older adult and family discuss end-of-life care options. Which of the following interventions is appropriate for the nurse to include in preparation for this event? (Select all that apply
A) Assist the older adult to his or her wear hearing aid.
B) Assure that the older adult is well rested.
C) Obtain a private meeting room.
D) Premedicate the older adult with Ativan (lorazepam).
E) Schedule the meeting after a meal.
Ans: A, B, C
An important role of nurses is to promote optimal decision-making capacity by identifying and addressing the factors that influence cognitive functioning and is within the realm of nursing responsibilities (such as wearing hearing aid and being rested). Benzodiazepines and overstimulation (such as after a meal) can interfere with the older adult's capacity.
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