For an unconscious patient,which of the following interventions are necessary to provide for patient safety? Select all that apply.

A) Talk to the patient as you provide care.
B) Incorporate more touch in the plan of care.
C) Give frequent eye care if blink reflex is absent.
D) Keep the siderails up and bed in low position.
E) Perform diligent oral care by irrigating with diluted mouthwash.

Unconscious Patient

A patient who is not able to respond to stimuli and appears asleep, often due to underlying medical conditions or trauma.

Blink Reflex

The blink reflex is an automatic closing of the eyelids when the cornea is stimulated by touch, bright light, or other threats, serving as a protective mechanism for the eye.

Siderails

Safety rails fitted on the sides of a hospital bed to prevent patients from falling out.