The Nurse Is Caring for a Blind Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a blind patient.Which action is most appropriate when entering the patient's room?

• A) Touch the patient before speaking to allow her to locate the nurse's position.
• B) Speak to the patient by name when entering the room to avoid startling her.
• C) Speak to the patient only when at bedside to increase orientation.
• D) Walk about in the room, carrying on conversation.

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Tenth Amendment

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