An older patient is demonstrating signs of dementia. What should the nurse plan for this patient?
A) Reassess mental status frequently.
B) Transfer to a facility that specializes in dementia.
C) Reassess using a different mental status examination tool.
D) Schedule a conference to share the findings with the family.
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