A Disoriented and Agitated Patient Has Come to the Emergency

Multiple Choice

A disoriented and agitated patient has come to the emergency department after using methamphetamine. Vital signs are blood pressure 162/98, heart rate 142 and irregular, and respirations 32. The most important intervention by the nurse is to

A) monitor the patient's ECG and vital signs.
B) reorient the patient at frequent intervals.
C) obtain a health history including prior drug use.
D) keep the patient in a quiet and darkened room.