Mr. Granger, 44 years old, has AIDS-dementia complex and is slowly deteriorating. His memory is impaired and he is disoriented.
Because of his difficulties with ADLs, his family decided to admit him to a long-term care facility. On Mr. Granger's arrival at the
facility, the psychiatric and mental health nurse observes that he is agitated and frequently looking at his hand. He talks incessantly, although there is nobody around him. What should the nurse include in Mr. Granger's care plan?
A. Maintain dignity, safety, and encourage stimulation
B. Encourage self-care, group participation, and ADLs
C. Self expression, promote safety, and prevent deterioration of cognition
D. Encourage self-care, reality orientation, and promote safety