NursingPlex
    Sign In
    Ati vati adult med surgical proctored exam

    A home health nurse is assisting a family member with planning care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. Remove clutter from rooms and hallways: Keeping the environment free of clutter helps reduce confusion, prevents falls, and promotes safety for clients with Alzheimer’s disease, who often have impaired spatial awareness and judgment. B. Place a monthly calendar in the client's room: A monthly calendar may be too complex and difficult for a client with Alzheimer's to interpret. Simpler tools, like a daily schedule or clock with the day and date, are more appropriate for supporting orientation. C. Use confrontation to manage the client's behavior: Confrontation can increase agitation and confusion in clients with Alzheimer’s disease. A calm, supportive, and redirecting approach is more effective for managing difficult behaviors. D. Review the daily schedule with the client every morning: While routine is beneficial, clients with moderate to severe Alzheimer’s may not retain or comprehend daily plans. Short, simple reminders throughout the day are often more effective than once-daily reviews.

    🔒 Submit your answer to reveal