The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Sustained a Head

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who sustained a head injury and is unresponsive to painful stimuli.Which intervention is most appropriate while bathing the patient?

• A) Ask a family member to help you bathe the patient, and discuss the family structure with the family member during the procedure.
• B) Because the patient is unconscious, complete care as quickly and quietly as possible.
• C) Tell the patient the day and time, and that you are providing a bath.Reassure the patient that you are there.
• D) Turn the television on to the evening news so that you and the patient can be updated to current events.