In What Ways Can a Nurse Help a Demented Person

question 18

Multiple Choice

In what ways can a nurse help a demented person maintain orientation? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Consistently calling the patient by name, usually the first name
• B) Referring the patient to a calendar to note special events
• C) Reminding the patient about the time of day by pointing to the clock
• D) Calmly taking the patient to an appointment without explanation
• E) Reminding the patient of her or his whereabouts frequently

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