A client with a history of dementia has become increasingly confused at night and is picking at an abdominal surgical dressing and the tape securing the intravenous (IV) line. The abdominal dressing is no longer occlusive, and the IV insertion site is pink. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

Choice A: Applying an allergy identification wrist band is an intervention that the nurse should implement, as this can alert other health care providers of the client's allergies and prevent adverse reactions. Therefore, this is a correct choice.

Choice B: Instructing the client to avoid medication containing milk and eggs is not an intervention that the nurse should implement, as this is not a common or relevant source of allergens for this client. This is an incorrect choice.

Choice C: Entering allergy information in the client's electronic medical record is an intervention that the nurse should implement, as this can ensure accurate and updated documentation of the client's allergies and facilitate communication among health care providers. Therefore, this is another correct choice.

Choice D: Ensuring the client's selections from her dietary menu is an intervention that the nurse should implement, as this can help avoid foods that may trigger allergic reactions or intolerance for this client. Therefore, this is another correct choice.

Choice E: Notifying the dietary department of the client's egg intolerance is an intervention that the nurse should implement, as this can help modify or substitute foods that contain eggs for this client. Therefore, this is another correct choice.

Choice A: Avoid salt substitutes. This client needs additional education, as salt substitutes may contain potassium, which can increase the risk of hyperkalemia in clients with coronary artery disease. The nurse should teach the client to use herbs, spices, or lemon juice to flavor food instead of salt or salt substitutes.

Choice B: Consume canned vegetables. This client needs additional education, as canned vegetables may contain sodium, which can increase the blood pressure and worsen coronary artery disease. The nurse should teach the client to choose fresh or frozen vegetables instead of canned ones.

Choice C: Include oatmeal for breakfast. This client does not need additional education, as oatmeal is a good source of soluble fiber, which can lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. The nurse should praise the client for this healthy choice.

Choice D: Identify foods with saturated fats. This client does not need additional education, as identifying foods with saturated fats is an important step to avoid them. Saturated fats can raise cholesterol and increase the risk of coronary artery disease. The nurse should teach the client to limit saturated fats to less than 10% of total calories per day.

Choice E: Walk 30 minutes per day. This client does not need additional education, as walking 30 minutes per day is a recommended physical activity for clients with coronary artery disease. Physical activity can improve blood circulation, lower blood pressure, and reduce stress. The nurse should encourage the client to walk at a moderate pace and consult with the healthcare provider before starting any exercise program.

Choice F: Keep a food diary. This client does not need additional education, as keeping a food diary is a helpful tool to monitor dietary intake and identify areas for improvement. The nurse should teach the client to record the type, amount, and time of food consumed, as well as any symptoms or feelings associated with eating.