Asked by Seymone Simmons on Jun 18, 2024
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An older adult with moderately severe dementia forgets where the bathroom is and has episodes of incontinence. Which intervention should the nurse suggest to the patient's family?
A) Label the bathroom door.
B) Take the older adult to the bathroom hourly.
C) Place the older adult in disposable adult briefs.
D) Limit the intake of oral fluids to 1000 mL/day.
Incontinence
The lack of voluntary control over urination or defecation, leading to the unintentional loss of urine or feces.
Moderate Dementia
A stage of dementia characterized by an increased level of cognitive impairment, affecting memory, reasoning, and social abilities, making independent living challenging but some activities can still be performed.
- Utilize techniques to ameliorate the safety and well-being of patients diagnosed with cognitive disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Utilize techniques to ameliorate the safety and well-being of patients diagnosed with cognitive disorders.
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