Multiple Choice
Which environmental adjustment should the nurse make for a patient experiencing delirium with perceptual alterations?
A) Keep the patient by the nurse's desk while the patient is awake. Provide rest periods in a room with a television on.
B) Light the room brightly, day and night. Awaken the patient hourly to assess mental status.
C) Maintain soft lighting day and night. Keep a radio on low volume continuously.
D) Provide a well-lit room without glare or shadows. Limit noise and stimulation.
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