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    Ati pn comprehensive predictor 2023 proctored exam

    A nurse is reinforcing teaching about home management with the partner of a client who has dementia. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. "Give the client several choices of foods for meals.": Providing multiple options can overwhelm a client with dementia and increase confusion or frustration. It is better to offer one or two simple choices to support decision-making without causing cognitive overload. B. "Avoid making eye contact with the client.": Avoiding eye contact can appear dismissive or impersonal. Maintaining gentle eye contact helps establish trust, enhances communication, and can be grounding for clients who are cognitively impaired. C. "Increase environmental stimuli”: A stimulating environment can lead to agitation or disorientation in clients with dementia. These clients benefit from calm, predictable surroundings with reduced noise, clutter, and distractions to support cognitive clarity. D. "Label the door to the bathroom with a symbol.": Using clear labels or symbols helps orient clients with dementia and reduces confusion. Visual cues support recognition and promote independence in navigating their environment, especially with essential tasks like toileting.

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