Author Question: Which of the following would be an appropriate intervention when caring for a client experiencing ... (Read 59 times)

bclement10 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of the following would be an appropriate intervention when caring for a client experiencing sensory overload?

a. Provide explanation of all procedures prior to implementation.
b. Keep bright lights and the television on in the client's room to help orient her.
c. Work as quickly as possible when performing tasks and procedures so the client has more time to rest.
d. Encourage as many visitors as possible so the client does not feel lonely.

Question 2

When planning meaningful stimulation for a client with sensory deprivation, it is most important that the nurse:

a. provide a variety of stimuli so the client will not become bored.
b. include visual stimuli because that is the most important sense for most people.
c. determine whether the deprivation is due to inadequate stimuli or the inability to receive or process stimuli.
d. only to stimulate the client if there is a physician's order to do so.