A client has recently been placed in a long-term-care facility because of marked confusion and inability to perform most activities of daily living. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to maintain the client's self-esteem?
A. Leave the client alone in the bathroom to test ability to perform self-care.
B. Assign a variety of caregivers to increase potential for socialization.
C. Allow client to choose between two different outfits when dressing for the day.
D. Modify the daily schedule often to maintain variety and decrease boredom.
Question 2
A nursing instructor is teaching about pharmacological treatments for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about atomoxetine (Strattera) should be included in the lesson plan?
A. Strattera, unlike methylphenidate (Ritalin), is a central nervous system depressant.
B. When taking Strattera, a client should eliminate all red food coloring from the diet.
C. Strattera will be a life-long intervention for clients diagnosed with this disorder.
D. Strattera, unlike methylphenidate (Ritalin), is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.
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