A patient who was recently diagnosed with diabetes is having trouble concentrating. This patient is usually very organized and laid back. Which action should the nurse take?

A) Ask the health care provider for a psychiatric referral.
B) Administer the PRN sedative medication every 4 hours.
C) Suggest the use of a home caregiver to the patient's family.
D) Plan to reinforce and repeat teaching about diabetes management.

Diabetes Management

The ongoing process of managing diabetes, involving blood sugar monitoring, dietary adjustments, exercise, and medication to maintain glycemic control.

Psychiatric Referral

The process of directing a patient to a mental health professional or specialist for further assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric conditions.

PRN Sedative

A type of medication that is administered as needed ("pro re nata") to reduce anxiety, agitation, or insomnia, often used in medical and psychiatric settings.