Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
The 80-year-old male client on an AlzheimerÔÇÖs unit is agitated and asking the nurse to get his father to come and see tenor him. Which is the nurseÔÇÖs best response?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
In AlzheimerÔÇÖs, agitation and confusion require validation. Talking about his father (C) redirects and calms the client. Stating death (A) may distress, calling (B) reinforces delusion, and involving family (D) is unnecessary.