An elderly client’s wife tells a nurse she is concerned because her husband insists on talking about past events. The nurse assesses the client and finds him alert, oriented, and responsive to questions. Which statement should the nurse make to the client’s wife?

“Your husband is choosing to live in a happier time in his life.” “Redirect your husband to speak about current events when he begins regressing into the past.”...

The nurse is caring for an elderly client following a total knee replacement. The client is disoriented to time and place, and has pulled out multiple IVs. The health care provider writes an order for soft wrist restraints. Which of the following are appropriate nursing actions for this client? Select all that apply.

secure restraints with a double knot offer toileting and nutrition every 2 hours ask for a new restraint order every 48 hours check restraints for proper placem...