The nurse is caring for a patient with dementia who becomes agitated every evening.Which intervention by the nurse is best for calming this patient?

A) Encouraging family members to visit only during the day
B) Applying wrist restraints during periods of agitation
C) Playing soft, calming music during the evening
D) Administering lorazepam (a tranquilizer)

Dementia

A chronic or progressive syndrome marked by the deterioration of cognitive function, affecting memory, thinking, orientation, comprehension, calculation, learning capacity, language, and judgment.

Agitated

A state of increased restlessness or excitement, often displaying as physical or verbal outbursts, which can indicate distress or discomfort.

Lorazepam

A benzodiazepine medication commonly prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and sedation prior to surgery or medical procedures.