At Ten PM, an Older Male Resident Is Attempting to Climb Over

Multiple Choice

At ten P.M., an older male resident is attempting to climb over the bedrails. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

A) Gently question the resident about his behaviour.
B) Call the physician and ask for sedation.
C) Apply a vest restraint to the resident.
D) Get a companion to keep the older adult in the bed.