A nurse instructs a client with cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer disease to get into the Sims' position. The client, whose word recall is diminished, is unable to understand the instruction
What should the nurse do when instructing clients with cognitive impairment? A) Use illustrations of the desired action to the client.
B) Demonstrate the position to convey the message.
C) Use simple and clear words when giving instructions.
D) Ask the client to use the side rails when moving.
B
Feedback:
Since the client's word recall is diminished, the nurse should demonstrate the position to convey the message. Using illustrations, photographs, or simple and clear words to convey the message would also help, but would not be relevant for a client with reduced word recall.
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