A Patient with Dementia Does Not Understand What You Are

question 37

Multiple Choice

A patient with dementia does not understand what you are doing. The person resists your efforts to move him up in bed. Which action is not helpful?

• A) Getting a co-worker to help you
• B) Proceeding quickly and firmly
• C) Using a calm, pleasant voice
• D) Diverting the person's attention

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