A female older patient with early-onset Alzheimer's disease goes into male patients' rooms, crawls into bed with them, and fondles their genital areas. What does the nurse need to consider in developing nursing interventions to deal with this behavior?
A) The patient has the right to express sexual feelings.
B) The problem is the staff's attitude toward sexual expression.
C) The patient's behavior may demonstrate a need for affection and touch.
D) Patients have the right to express sexual needs and demonstrate sexual behaviors.
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