A nurse is instructing a client about medications that can cause erectile dysfunction. Which of the following medications should the nurse include in the teaching?

Choice A rationale:

Agitation is a common manifestation of delirium, as the client experiences a disturbance in attention, awareness, and cognition. The client may become restless, irritable, or aggressive due to the altered mental state.

Choice B rationale:

Slow, flat speech is not a manifestation of delirium, but rather a sign of depression or dementia. Clients with delirium may have rapid, incoherent, or slurred speech, depending on the cause and severity of the condition.

Choice C rationale:

Visual hallucinations are another manifestation of delirium, as the client may perceive things that are not there or misinterpret sensory stimuli. The client may also have auditory or tactile hallucinations, which can contribute to the agitation and confusion.

Choice D rationale:

Confusion is a hallmark manifestation of delirium, as the client has difficulty with orientation, memory, and reasoning. The client may not recognize familiar people or places, or may have fluctuating levels of consciousness. The confusion may worsen at night or in low-light settings, which is known as sundowning syndrome.

Choice E rationale:

Rapid mood swings are also a manifestation of delirium, as the client may exhibit emotional lability, anxiety, depression, fear, or anger. The mood changes may be unpredictable and inappropriate to the situation.

Choice A rationale:

Palliative care is not limited to acute care settings and can be provided in various healthcare settings.

Choice B rationale:

While palliative care aims to improve overall well-being, it does not provide financial assistance.

Choice C rationale:

Palliative care focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving the quality of life for individuals with serious illnesses, regardless of whether they are receiving curative treatments.

Choice D rationale:

Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatments to address symptoms and enhance quality of life.