Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1493 of 2368
A client with dementia becomes anxious and pulls away while the nurse starts a bath. Which approach should the nurse use?
- Finish the bath quickly before the client gets more upset
- Firmly explain that the bath is required today
- Stop, ask permission, speak calmly, and offer a choice between two options
- Ignore the behavior until the client calms down
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Correct answer: Stop, ask permission, speak calmly, and offer a choice between two options
Backing off, asking permission, and giving guided choices reduce agitation. Ignoring or arguing with the client is not advised.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Cognitive Impairments: Techniques for Response. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026