The nursing assistant is caring for a resident diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes who is always alert and oriented but who suddenly starts undressing in the hall, appearing to be hallucinating. Which action should the assistant take first?

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Unlike dementia, delirium is temporary. Delirium is a sign of an underlying problem, such as an infection. Once the cause of the delirium is discovered and treated, the delirium goes away. The first action the nursing assistant should take in this scenario is to cover the resident with the nearby blanket and help the resident back to their room to maintain respect and dignity for the resident. Then the assistant can observe for foul-smelling urine that is cloudy and any changes in the resident's vital signs before reporting the observations of the delirium to the nurse.

The Nursing Assistant Is Caring for a Resident Diagnosed with Rheumatoid