How should the nurse facilitate communication with an older adult? Select all that apply.

A) Assess for hearing deficit at the beginning of the interaction.
B) Speak in a more loudly than normal tone,and at a slightly higher pitch.
C) Pay special attention to cues from body language.
D) Speak slowly,allowing time for the client to word his answers.
E) Use a focused assessment if the client appears confused.

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Claudia Huang · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A,C,D, Explanation :  Assessing for hearing deficit at the beginning of the interaction and paying special attention to body language can help the nurse better understand the older adult's communication needs. Speaking slowly and allowing time for the client to word their answers can also facilitate communication. Speaking loudly or in a higher pitch may not be necessary and can actually come across as condescending. Using a focused assessment only if the client appears confused may be exclusionary and assume the older adult has cognitive deficits.

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