A normally alert resident is suddenly hard to wake and answers questions with confusion. What should the assistant do?

• A.Report the change in consciousness to the nurse immediately
• B.Let her sleep it off and check again tomorrow
• C.Offer extra coffee to help her wake up fully
• D.Chart that she is resting comfortably as usual

Why

A sudden change in level of consciousness is a serious sign that needs immediate reporting. Waiting or giving stimulants could delay urgent assessment.

Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Observing and Reporting Changes · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-061).

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