An elderly patient with early Alzheimer’s refuses a recommended procedure. The patient is oriented but shows mild memory loss. What should the nurse do?

Clinical Practice Question: An elderly patient with early Alzheimer’s refuses a recommended procedure. The patient is oriented but shows mild memory loss. What should the nurse do?

• A) Assume the patient lacks capacity and proceed with the procedure
• B) Assess decision-making capacity and involve the patient in the decision, using simple explanations
• C) Ignore the refusal and force the treatment
• D) Ask family to make the decision without patient input