A Client Is Diagnosed with Late-Stage Alzheimer's Dementia

question 14

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with late-stage Alzheimer's dementia. To address the client's symptoms, which nursing intervention should take priority?

• A)Improve cognitive status by encouraging involvement in social activities.
• B)Decrease social isolation by providing group therapies.
• C)Promote dignity by providing comfort, safety, and self-care measures.
• D)Facilitate communication by providing assistive devices.

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