Author Question: The most effective intervention for a confused patient in the therapeutic environment is: A) ... (Read 98 times)

Kikoku · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The most effective intervention for a confused patient in the therapeutic environment is:

A) Develop a trusting nurse-patient relationship.
B) Adhere to a strict routine.
C) Provide many activities for the patient to choose from.
D) Involve patient in group activities.

Question 2

A 65-year-old patient with vascular-type dementia is a high safety risk because he climbs out of bed, is unsteady on his feet, and frequently wanders.

He is unable to remember instructions and has been found out of bed with the restraint tied around his neck. A team conference is called and you suggest:
A) Let's ask the physician about the possibility of putting his mattress on the floor.
B) Let's ask the physician for a stronger hypnotic.
C) Let's ask the family what they would suggest.
D) We could try four-point restraints at night.