The Nurse Is Making a Home Visit to an Older

The nurse is making a home visit to an older adult patient who requires a dressing change for a recent surgery. The nurse notices that the patient seems unusually confused and disoriented. Which assessment is most likely to aid the nurse in making a determination for the patient's change in mental status?

A) Check the patient's surgical incision for signs of infection.
B) Determine if the patient is eating meals and drinking fluids.
C) Ask the patient specific questions to determine orientation.
D) Ask about the patient's ability to get adequate rest and sleep.