The nurse is caring for a patient who suddenly becomes confused and tries to remove an intravenous infusion.The nurse begins to develop a plan to care for the patient.Which nursing intervention should take priority?

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When a patient becomes suddenly confused,the priority is to assess the patient,including checking laboratory test and oxygen status and treating and eliminating the cause of the change in mental status.If interventions and alternatives are exhausted,the nurse working with the physician may determine the need for restraints.

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