During the Morning Change-Of-Shift Report at the Long-Term Care Facility

question 15

Multiple Choice

During the morning change-of-shift report at the long-term care facility, the nurse learns that the patient with dementia has had sundowning. Which nursing action should the nurse take while caring for the patient?

• A) Move the patient to a quieter room at night.
• B) Open the blinds in the patient's room and provide frequent activities.
• C) Have the patient take a brief mid-morning nap.
• D) Provide hourly orientation to time of day.

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Definitions:

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Acute Diarrhea

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Rotavirus

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A congenital condition affecting the large intestine's nerve cells, causing difficulty with bowel movements.