A 31-year-old man has signs and symptoms of excited delirium. When assessing his orientation, memory, and ability to concentrate, you should:

A. ask him if he knows the date and time and when he last visited his physician.
B. ask him simple questions, such as "When did you first notice these feelings?"
C. allow him up to 30 seconds to answer a question before asking another one.
D. inquire about his medical history, including any medications that he is taking.


Answer: B. ask him simple questions, such as "When did you first notice these feelings?"

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