During the morning change-of-shift report at the long-term care facility, the nurse learns that the patient with dementia has had sundowning. Which nursing action should the nurse take while caring for the patient?
A) Move the patient to a quieter room at night.
B) Open the blinds in the patient's room and provide frequent activities.
C) Have the patient take a brief mid-morning nap.
D) Provide hourly orientation to time of day.
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