A Patient Who Has Bacterial Meningitis Is Disoriented and Anxious

question 28

Multiple Choice

A patient who has bacterial meningitis is disoriented and anxious. Which nursing action will be included in the plan of care?

• A)Encourage family members to remain at the bedside.
• B)Apply soft restraints to protect the patient from injury.
• C)Keep the room well-lighted to improve patient orientation.
• D)Minimize contact with the patient to decrease sensory input.

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