The nurse is caring for a client who is disoriented and confused. Which is the safest and least restrictive way to assist this client?
A. Place a wrist restraint on the right arm only.
B. Dim the lights and keep the room as quiet as possible.
C. Put the call light on the client's bed but remove everything else from the client's line of vision.
D. Turn off the lights but turn on the television so the client thinks someone is in the room.
Answer: B
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