An Elderly Patient Who Is Unable to Get Out of Bed

question 5

Multiple Choice

An elderly patient who is unable to get out of bed complains that the room is too cold because of the air conditioning and asks the nurse to open the window. The nurse's best reply is:

• A) "Certainly, that will let in warm air from outside and should make you warmer."
• B) "The air conditioner is set to keep the most comfortable temperature in the room."
• C) "I'll adjust the thermostat in your room and get a blanket for you."
• D) "Agency policy prevents me from opening the window."

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