44. The daughter of a client with Alzheimer's disease becomes frustrated when talking to her father. What should a nurse suggest to improve communication?
44. The daughter of a client with Alzheimer's disease becomes frustrated when talking to her father. What should a nurse suggest to improve communication?
. Answer his questions simply even if the question is asked repeatedly.
. Finish his sentences before he becomes agitated.
. Focus the conversation on future events.
. Play word games to stimulate his mind and slow progression of the disease.
Test-Taking Tip
Only one option gives the family member a strategy to address the frustration.
Content Area: Geriatric, Neurological; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Implementation; Cognitive Level: Application; Client Need/Subneed: Psychosocial Integrity/Therapeutic Communications
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Answer 1 is correct because the client with Alzheimer's disease typically has lost short-term memory. Understanding of the father's disease will decrease the daughter's frustration. Answer 2 is incorrect because this inappropriate action does not address daughter's frustration nor does it improve communication. Answer 3 is incorrect because the client will not recall the conversation. Answer 4 is incorrect because the cognitive problem is not reversible. Word games, such as crossword puzzles, may delay development of the disease.