Mrs. Jones, 86 years old, has mild dementia and lives in an apartment with her husband. Her treatment plan includes daily
donepezil hydrochloride (Aricept), daily low dose of loxapine (Loxapac), and 15 mg of oxazepam (Serax) p.r.n. The community gerontological team organizes in-home services, and intervention is coordinated by the psychiatric and mental health nurse case manager. Mrs. Jones becomes confused, does not recognize others and talks in a garbled manner while removing her clothing. Which statement best applies to her condition?
A. Cognitive deficits require assessment for increased fall risk and physical monitoring
B. Alterations in consciousness and speech require nursing & medical attention
C. Sensory perception alterations require physical support and protection from harm
D. Motor restlessness and abnormal movement require administration of anticholinergics