Multiple Choice
Which nursing intervention is appropriate to use for patients diagnosed with either delirium or dementia?
A) Speak in a loud, firm voice.
B) Touch the patient before speaking.
C) Reintroduce the health care worker at each contact.
D) When the patient becomes aggressive, use physical restraint instead of medication.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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