Author Question: An appropriate goal for a patient with the diagnosis of acute confusion is: a. the patient will ... (Read 37 times)

sjones · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

An appropriate goal for a patient with the diagnosis of acute confusion is:

a. the patient will use the call light before getting out of bed within 48 hours.
b. the patient will use a calendar to remember the date within 48 hours.
c. the patient will respond appropriately to questions about place within 48 hours.
d. the patient will remain within the unit while in long-term care.

Question 2

An appropriate goal for a patient with a diagnosis of social isolation is:

a. the patient will participate in cognitive exercises.
b. the patient will interact with other residents during activities.
c. the patient will communicate basic needs through use of photos.
d. the patient will remain within the unit while in long-term care.

whitcassie · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The patient has acute confusion and therefore an appropriate early goal as the confusion resolves is to remember where they are. Remembering to use a call light would be appropriate for Risk for falls. Using a calendar is appropriate for Impaired memory, and remaining in the unit is appropriate for Chronic confusion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Interacting with others during activities is an appropriate goal to help the patient not feel so alone. Cognitive exercise is a goal for a patient with disturbed thought processes. Communication of basic needs through the use of photos is a goal for a patient with a diagnosis of Impaired verbal communication, and remaining in the unit is appropriate for Chronic confusion.