A resident with dementia refuses to bathe and becomes agitated when the nursing assistant approaches with bathing supplies. What is the best approach?

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Stop the current attempt, allow time for the resident to calm, and try again later or notify the nurse for alternative approaches. When a resident with dementia becomes agitated, the nursing assistant should stop the activity, allow the resident to calm down, and try again later or use alternative approaches. Forcing care increases agitation and resistance. Option A is abusive and unethical. Option B documents refusal but doesn't attempt other strategies. Option D is manipulative and disrespectful.