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An 85-Year-Old Patient Is Admitted Through the Emergency Department for Confusion

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An 85-year-old patient is admitted through the emergency department for confusion and disorientation.The family states,"We don't know what is wrong.He has been fine at home.This confusion just started 2 days ago and seems like it is getting worse." What is the most appropriate first response for the nurse to make?


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