Mental health and dementiaQuestion 732 of 1700
A client with autism seems overwhelmed in a loud day room. What should you do?
- Offer quiet time away from noise, or an independent activity
- Add more people to the room to cheer the client
- Make the client join the large group activity
- Turn on loud music to calm the client down
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Correct answer: Offer quiet time away from noise, or an independent activity
Table 10.4 advises awareness of overstimulation and quiet time.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.4: Caring for Clients With Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026