Asked by Gustavo Arredondo on Jun 18, 2024
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During morning care, a nurse asks a patient diagnosed with dementia, "How was your night?" The patient replies, "It was lovely. I went out to dinner and a movie with my friend." Which term applies to the patient's response?
A) Sundown syndrome
B) Confabulation
C) Perseveration
D) Delirium
Confabulation
The unintentional fabrication of events or information, often occurring in individuals with certain types of brain damage.
Perseveration
The repetitive and continuous focus on a single idea, task, or word beyond the point of relevance, often seen in neurological and psychiatric conditions.
- Utilize effective communication strategies with patients experiencing cognitive impairments.
Verified Answer
AM
Alicia MarieJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Confabulation refers to making up of stories or answers to questions by a person who does not remember. It is a defensive tactic to protect self-esteem and prevent others from noticing memory loss. The patient's response was not sundown syndrome. Perseveration refers to repeating a word or phrase over and over. Delirium is not present in this scenario.
Learning Objectives
- Utilize effective communication strategies with patients experiencing cognitive impairments.
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