An Older Female Resident in a Residential Facility Keeps a Large

Multiple Choice

An older female resident in a residential facility keeps a large collection of personal items and photos of her late husband on her bedside table, but the personal support worker (PSW) and the resident argue about this frequently.Why should the nurse intervene between the resident and the PSW?

A) The resident is attempting to maintain her sense of personal space.
B) The resident needs to accept the reality of her spouse's death.
C) The resident's argumentative nature can indicate early dementia.
D) The clutter from all the personal items is a safety and liability risk.