The nurse is planning care for a client who is experiencing dementia. What essential concept should the nurse consider for this planning?
1. Background noise such as music will keep this client calm.
2. Activities should be scheduled at the same time each day.
3. Pain mediation will increase dementia.
4. It is important to talk with the client throughout procedures.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The client typically is better oriented when it is quiet.
Rationale 2: The client with dementia benefits from a routine schedule of activities.
Rationale 3: Pain should be controlled.
Rationale 4: Procedures should be explained in direct, clearly understandable terms, but the nurse should avoid "chatter."
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