The nurse is working on a dementia wing at an extended care facility. Which intervention would be least helpful when coordinating care for patients who are experiencing confusion?
a. Providing finger foods
b. Providing structured rest periods to prevent fatigue
c. Monitoring cognitive functioning
d. Using soft restraints when the patient is left alone
ANS: D
Restraints can increase the risk of agitation and injury. Finger foods, structured rest periods, and monitoring the patient are all helpful.
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