The Timid, Newly Admitted 84-Year-Old Widow Has Stayed in Her

Multiple Choice

The timid, newly admitted 84-year-old widow has stayed in her room at the long-term care facility listening to her radio, which is playing loud jazz, and has been lying in bed fully clothed. How can the nurse help to relieve the resident's stress related to the relocation?

A) Insist that she come out and interact with other residents.
B) Turn her radio to a more soothing station.
C) Bring two other residents into the room to socialize with her.
D) Encourage her to verbalize feelings related to relocation.