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

question 19

Multiple Choice

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?

• A) "We will have to place him in temporary restraints for safety purposes."
• B) "Can you tell me about his home medications and other illnesses he has?"
• C) "Sometimes older people become more confused when they are away from home."
• D) "He is 85 years old and this is the age group when Alzheimer's disease begins."

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