What is an appropriate response by the nurse to a demented resident in a long-term care facility who becomes combative when being prepared for a shower?
a. Call for assistance to complete the shower.
b. Say, "I understand you don't want a shower, so I'll give you a sponge bath."
c. Medicate the patient with a sedative and complete the bath when the patient is more cooperative.
d. Say, "Okay. It's your right to remain dirty."
ANS: B
Focusing on feelings or offering an alternative is helpful with a combative demented patient. Arguing serves no purpose other than to make the resident more upset.
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