The nursing staff working on the dementia unit of a long-term care facility are informed that the entire unit will be redecorated in the next two weeks. Nursing staff tell the nurse manager that this will be a problem for the patients
What particular patient need is addressed by the staff nurse's concern?
1. A stable environment
2. Patient comfort
3. Scheduling of admissions
4. Patient safety
Answer: 1
Explanation: Patients with a diagnosis of dementia need a stable environment to promote optimal orientation. Patient safety, scheduling of admissions, and patient comfort may not be impacted by the redecoration efforts.
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