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A client with dementia who prefers to stay in his room has been brought to the dayroom. After 10 minutes, the client becomes agitated and retreats to his room again. The nurse decides to assess the conditions in the dayroom. Which is the most likely occurrence that is disturbing to this client?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Conflicting stimuli, such as a relaxation tape and a crime show on TV, can overwhelm a client with dementia, causing agitation due to difficulty processing multiple inputs.

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