The nurse provides care to a client with dementia. How should the nurse communicate with this client when assisting with mealtime?

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Using the client's name and asking how the nurse can assist her with mealtime is respectful and person-centered, while still allowing for clear communication and assistance. Using terms like "honey" or "let me feed you" can be seen as infantilizing and disrespectful to the client. Saying "you made a messy" can also be perceived as condescending or rude.

The Nurse Provides Care to a Client with Dementia