A patient receiving mechanical ventilation is very anxious and agitated, and neuromuscular blocking agents are used to promote vasodilation. What should the nurse recognize about the care of this patient?
a. the patient will be too sedated to be aware of the details of care
b. caregivers should be encouraged to provide stimulation and diversion
c. the patient should always be addressed and explanations of care given
d. communication will not be possible with the use of neuromuscular blocking agents
