To Determine Whether a New Client's Confusion Is Caused by Dementia

question 11

Multiple Choice

To determine whether a new client's confusion is caused by dementia or delirium, which of the following actions should the nurse take?

• A)Assess the client using the Mini-Mental Status Exam.
• B)Obtain a list of the medications that the client usually takes.
• C)Determine whether there is positive family history of dementia.
• D)Use the Confusion Assessment Method tool to assess the client.

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