A nurse is using an IV pump for a newly admitted client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Rationale:

A. Tetracycline 200 mg PO: This prescription is incomplete because it does not specify the frequency or duration of administration, making it unclear how the medication should be given safely.

B. Cimetidine PO twice daily: The prescription lacks the dosage strength in milligrams, which is essential for accurate administration and safe dosing.

C. Digoxin 0.25 mg PO daily: This prescription includes the medication name, dosage, route, and frequency, providing all essential components needed for safe administration.

D. Epoetin alfa 150 units/kg three times weekly: While it includes dose and frequency, it does not specify the route (subcutaneous or IV), which is required to complete the prescription safely.

A. Refute the client's delusions using logic: Confronting or trying to correct delusions can increase agitation and confusion in clients with dementia. This approach is not therapeutic and should be avoided.

B. Give the client one simple direction at a time: Providing clear, single-step instructions reduces confusion and helps the client successfully complete tasks, supporting independence and minimizing frustration.

C. Allow the client to choose among a variety of activities each day: Offering too many choices can overwhelm a client with dementia, leading to anxiety and agitation. It is more effective to offer a simple choice between two options or to provide a structured routine to reduce decision fatigue.

D. Establish eye contact when communicating with the client: Eye contact enhances attention, conveys respect, and improves comprehension during interactions, which is particularly important for clients with cognitive impairment.

E. Reinforce orientation to time, place, and person: Gentle reminders and reorientation cues help maintain cognitive function, reduce anxiety, and support the client’s awareness of their environment.