Mobility and transfersQuestion 1442 of 1700
A resident is agitated and aggressive toward other residents. Which alternative may help?
- Leave the resident alone to calm down
- Give a sedative
- Ask about pain, hunger, or toileting needs
- Raise the side rails
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Correct answer: Ask about pain, hunger, or toileting needs
Unmet needs can cause agitation.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.7: Restraints and Restraint Alternatives
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026