From the Use of the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM)-ICU Assessment

question 17

Multiple Choice

From the use of the confusion assessment method (CAM) -ICU assessment tool,a patient is found to have hypoactive delirium.Which nursing intervention is indicated?

• A)Use the prn order for morphine to control the patient's pain.
• B)Use wrist restraints to maintain monitoring devices and lines.
• C)Restrict visitors to times when the patient's mentation is clearest.
• D)Reorient the patient to the environment as needed.

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