A nurse is caring for an older client who has just been admitted to the hospital. Upon admission the client becomes increasingly confused, agitated, and combative
What action should the nurse take to minimize relocation stress syndrome in this client? A. Reorient the client frequently to his or her location.
B. Obtain a certified sitter to remain with the client.
C. Speak to the client as little as possible to avoid overstimulation.
D. Provide adequate sedation for all procedures to avoid fear-provoking situations.
A
There are many nursing interventions that can be helpful to older adults who experience reloca-tion stress syndrome. If the client becomes confused, agitated, or combative, the nurse should reorient the client to his or her surroundings. The nurse also can encourage family members to visit often, keep familiar objects at the client's bedside, and work to establish a trusting relation-ship with the client.
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