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

question 6

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Provide hourly orientation to time of day.
• B)Move the client to a quieter room at night.
• C)Keep blinds open during the daytime hours.
• D)Have the client take a brief mid-morning nap.

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Definitions:

Plantar Flexion

The movement of the foot that increases the angle between the sole of the foot and the back of the leg, like pointing the toes.

Dorsiflexion

The movement that elevates the foot upwards towards the shin, decreasing the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg.

Circumduction

A circular movement of a limb or eye where the end follows a circular path.

Lateral Flexion

The movement of bending sideways at the waist or neck, reducing the angle between the side of the body or head and the arms or legs.