Which intervention is appropriate to assist the patient to cope with admission to the critical care unit?
a. Allowing unrestricted visiting by several family members at one time
b. Explaining all procedures in easy-to-understand terms
c. Providing back massage and mouth care
d. Turning down the alarm volume on the cardiac monitor
B
Communication and explanations of procedures are priority interventions to help patients cope with admission. Comfort is an important intervention but not the priority. Noise control is an important intervention but not the priority. Open visitation is recommended; however, the number of family members may need to be limited to promote rest and sleep.
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