Using Elderspeak When Engaging in Conversation with an Older Adult

question 123

Multiple Choice

Using elderspeak when engaging in conversation with an older adult _____.

• A) is demeaning
• B) helps the individual comprehend the meaning of the conversation
• C) only makes sense if the individual has a hearing aid
• D) demonstrates respect and understanding

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Definitions:

Gender Expectations

are the societal norms and beliefs about the behaviors, roles, and attributes that are considered appropriate for men and women.

Fundamentalist Practices

Strict adherence to specific doctrines, beliefs, or rituals, often within a religious context, typically opposing modernist interpretations or changes.

Patriarchal View

A social system perspective where males hold primary power and dominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, and control over property.

Traditionalist

A person who advocates for the preservation of traditional values, practices, and institutions, often resisting modern changes and innovations.