Author Question: A client experiencing dementia is demonstrating sundowning. What should the nurse do to lessen the ... (Read 41 times)

Redwolflake15 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client experiencing dementia is demonstrating sundowning. What should the nurse do to lessen the effects of this phenomenon?

1. Reassuring the client who is fearful
2. Decreasing stimuli on the unit
3. Have the clients abstain from a bedtime snack
4. Give the client caffeine at night

Question 2

The nurse is discussing home care of a client with Alzheimer disease with the family caregivers. The nurse should plan to:

1. refer the family to a nursing home.
2. provide teaching about the progression of the disease.
3. encourage the family to go out and leave the client at home.
4. encourage the family to keep the client in the bedroom.

nhea · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. The client's fear level is not a component of sundowning.
2. Overstimulation is thought to contribute to sundowning.
3. The client should be encouraged to have a light bedtime snack to increase sleepiness.
4. Caffeine might overstimulate the client.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. The family has chosen to take the client home so referral to a nursing home is inappropriate.
2. The nurse would ensure that the family understands the disease and the progression of the disease.
3. The client should never be left alone.
4. The client should not be confined to the bedroom indefinitely.