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The note in the chart stated, 'The patient is lethargic.' How was the patient behaving?

  • A. Pacing the halls, yelling at the staff
  • B. Difficult to arouse
  • C. Shaking uncontrollably
  • D. Not responding to painful stimuli
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: When a patient is described as 'lethargic,' it typically means they are drowsy, sluggish, and difficult to arouse. A lethargic patient may lack energy, appear tired, and have decreased responsiveness. The other options provided, such as pacing the halls, yelling, shaking uncontrollably, or not responding to painful stimuli, do not align with the characteristic behavior of a lethargic patient. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Difficult to arouse.'