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Category - Pyschosocial Care

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Barbara Stanford, an 82-year-old writer, has Alzheimer’s disease. Which of the following actions is an important part of providing care to Mrs. Stanford?
  1. Avoid physical contact.
  2. Apply wrist and ankle restraints.
  3. Provide a high level of sensory stimulation.
  4. Monitor the client carefully.
Explanation
Answer: D - Whenever client safety is at risk, careful observation and supervision are of ultimate importance in avoiding injury. Applying restraints may cause agitation and combativeness. Physical contact is implemented during basic care. A high level of sensory stimulation may be too stimulating and distracting.
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