A patient diagnosed with moderate to severe Alzheimer disease has a dressing and grooming self-care deficit. Designate the appropriate interventions to include in the patient's plan of care. (Select all that apply.)

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Providing clothing with elastic and hook-and-loop closures facilitates patient independence. Labeling clothing with the patient's name and the name of the item maintains patient identity and dignity (and provides information if the patient has agnosia). When a patient resists, using distraction and trying again after a short interval are appropriate because patient moods are often labile; the patient may be willing to cooperate during a later opportunity. Providing the necessary items for grooming and directing the patient to proceed independently are inappropriate. Staff members are prepared to coach by giving step-by-step directions for each task as it occurs. Administering anxiolytic medication before bathing and dressing is inappropriate. This measure would result in unnecessary overmedication.

A Patient Diagnosed with Moderate to Severe Alzheimer Disease Has