How Can Continuity of Care Be Provided for a Patient

question 12

Multiple Choice

How can continuity of care be provided for a patient with dementia in the hospital setting?

• A) Keep the patient in the room.
• B) Reduce environmental stimuli such as the TV or radio.
• C) Assign care to a consistent group of staff.
• D) Attach a bed alarm to the patient.

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Definitions:

Impulsive

The tendency to act on a whim, displaying behavior characterized by little or no forethought, reflection, or consideration of the consequences.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

A mental condition characterized by a long-term pattern of exaggerated self-importance, a need for excessive attention, and a lack of empathy for others.

Assessment Findings

Outcomes or conclusions derived from systematically evaluating information, typically in a professional setting like healthcare or education.

Grandiosity

An exaggerated sense of one's importance, power, knowledge, or identity, often seen in manic episodes and certain personality disorders.