Which of these communication techniques BEST illustrates how a nurse can assess a client's orientation status?
a. "Tell me what month and day of the week it is."
b. "Did you know you were in the hospital?"
c. "Hello, Mrs. Smith. I am Emily, your nurse today. Can you tell me your name?"
d. "My, what a pretty gown. Where did you get it?"
A
Assessment of cerebral function includes the client's level of consciousness (responsiveness and orientation).
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