Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
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The nurse is caring for a client with Parkinson's disease. The client spends over 1 hour to dress for scheduled therapies. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take in this situation?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Allow the client the time needed to dress. Clients with Parkinson's disease often wish to take care of themselves but become very upset when hurried and then are unable to manage at all.