A client with multiinfarct dementia is striking out with her arms and kicking at people who walk
past in the hall. Intervention by the nurse should begin by
a. asking the client what she needs.
b. saying the client's name to gain contact.
c. gently touching the client's arm.
d. approaching from behind and using a bear hug.
B
Getting the client's attention is fundamental to intervention. The nurse should make eye contact and
smile while repeating the client's name until the client focuses on the nurse. Once the nurse has the
client's attention, gently touching the client and asking what she needs are appropriate. Striking out
usually signals fear or that the client perceives the environment to be out of control. Option D would
generate greater fear.
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