Safety and emergenciesQuestion 135 of 1700

In the SPICES tool, what does the letter C stand for?

  1. Coughing
  2. Comfort
  3. Confusion
  4. Constipation
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Correct answer: Confusion

SPICES is a tool for six things to watch in older adults. The C is for confusion.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.3: Resident Environment

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026