You Notice That a Newly Admitted Resident to the Long-Term

question 1

Multiple Choice

You notice that a newly admitted resident to the long-term care facility insists on maintaining a large collection of personal items on her bedside table,including several photographs of her deceased husband.As you are walking by the door to her room,you overhear an argument between the resident and a nursing assistant who is encouraging her to store the personal items in her dresser drawer.You intervene,realizing that:

• A) this is an attempt by the resident to maintain a sense of personal space.
• B) the resident is not coping well with the loss of her spouse and is using the photographs in an attempt to live in the past
• C) the resident is exhibiting combative behavior,which may be an early warning sign of dementia.
• D) the resident is exhibiting controlling,manipulative behavior and needs to learn the rules of the institution.

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