An alert patient becomes sexually aggressive with a confused patient. The confused patient, however, seems to be responsive and is not bothered by the behavior. You should
A. monitor these individuals closely so that sexual abuse does not occur.
B. provide privacy so the patients can be intimate if they wish.
C. allow the patients to do as they wish, because they are both consenting adults.
D. contact family members to see if they object to the behavior.
Answer: A
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