The nurse would evaluate that interventions for acute confusion have been most effective if which of the following occurs?
1. The confusion resolves.
2. Deterioration is slowed.
3. There are fewer catastrophic episodes.
4. The client has feelings of loss of dignity.
ANS: 1
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