What interventions can you implement to help decrease C.B.'s fear and anxiety? Select all
that apply.
a. Speak calmly to him when providing care.
b. Administer continuous intravenous sedation.
c. Limit visitors only to immediate family members.
d. Continually reassure him that his needs are being met.
e. Use a communication system that allows C.B. to let his needs be known.
a, d, e
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