Which aspects of assessment are most important for a patient with diffuse Lewy body disease who is agitated? Select all that apply

a. Medications recently administered
b. Objective signs of pain
c. Sleep disturbances
d. Urinary output
e. Heart sounds


A, B, C, D
Patients with dementia who exhibit disruptive behavior might be delirious, confused, or in pain. Because they cannot make their needs known, the nurse should investigate all possible causes. Agitation may result from urinary retention. Heart sounds are not likely to be affected.

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