A Client Diagnosed with Alzheimer Disease Has a Catastrophic Reaction

A client diagnosed with Alzheimer disease has a catastrophic reaction during an activity involving simultaneous music playing and a craft project.The client starts shouting,"No! No! No!" and runs from the room.Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

A) Administer a PRN anti-anxiety medication and restrict the client's activity participation.
B) Intervene one-on-one with the client until the client is calm, and then redirect the client to another activity such as Bingo.
C) Discontinue the activity program because it is upsetting the client.
D) Follow the client, reassure the client one-on-one, and then redirect the client to a quiet activity.

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