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. Personal support staff report that Mrs. Jones is less anxious and is managing well. Assessment reveals that her chest is
congested, yet she is able to maintain daily activities. What should the psychiatric and mental health nurse do at this time?
A. Ask PSW's to report VS and orientation BID
B. Arrange for hospital admission
C. Increase physical monitoring, ensure proper intake, maximize mobility
D. Arrange for a visit to the walk-in clinic, and report to family physician