Question

The registered nurse is teaching a nursing student about nursing care principles for cognitively impaired older adults. Which statement made by the nursing student indicates a need for further education? 1 "I should encourage fluid intake." 2 "I should provide conditional positive support." 3 "I should promote social interaction based on abilities."

Answer 1

3 "I should promote social interaction based on abilities."

Step-by-step explanation:

Cognitive problems occur when a person has difficulty processing information, including mental tasks such as attention, reasoning, and memory. The difficulties these patients face may vary in intensity and may make it difficult to perform routine activities. For this reason, it is not recommended that nurses caring for people with this type of problem promote social interaction based on patient skills, as the skills are compromised.