Asked by Harry Zhang on May 18, 2024
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A hospitalized patient experiencing delirium misinterprets reality and a patient diagnosed with dementia wanders about the home. Which outcome is the priority in both scenarios? Each patient will:
A) remain safe in the environment.
B) participate actively in self-care.
C) communicate verbally.
D) acknowledge reality.
Acknowledge Reality
The act of recognizing and accepting the true nature of a situation or one's own experiences without denial or avoidance.
Verbal Communication
The process of sharing information, thoughts, or feelings using words, either spoken or written.
Safe Environment
An environment that is secure from danger and enables individuals to live or work without fear of harm or injury.
- Apply protective strategies for individuals displaying variable states of awareness and changes in perception.
- Advise proper nursing measures and strategies for care for those suffering from dementia, such as Alzheimer disease.
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Learning Objectives
- Apply protective strategies for individuals displaying variable states of awareness and changes in perception.
- Advise proper nursing measures and strategies for care for those suffering from dementia, such as Alzheimer disease.
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