An older adult patient has been admitted to a busy medical unit. To control environmental stimuli a nurse should:
A. leave the hospital room lights on.
B. coordinate patient care activities.
C. leave the widow curtains closed at all times.
D. turn up pump and bed alarms so the patient can hear them.
B
Open drapes and close door if indicated. Control extraneous noise in and around room such as television volume and visitors. Turn off bedside equipment not in use.
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