An older adult man is hospitalized with a diagnosis of Giardia lamblia infection.He frequently has explosive diarrhea stools that he is unable to control.He closes his eyes and will not talk to the nurse when his linens are changed and skin care is performed.To help maintain the patient's self-esteem,what should the nurse implement?

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The best choice is to acknowledge the patient's behavior as reflective of a difficult situation and provide privacy during hygiene. This will help maintain the patient's self-esteem by respecting his dignity and providing him with privacy during personal care. Using incontinence briefs without the patient's consent may further erode his self-esteem, and an antidiarrheal drug may not address the patient's emotional needs. Assuring the patient that his lack of control is temporary may be helpful but does not address the immediate emotional concerns.

An Older Adult Man Is Hospitalized with a Diagnosis of Giardia