What Should Be Considered When Planning a Health Interview with an Older

question 16

Multiple Choice

What should be considered when planning a health interview with an older adult? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Comfort of the physical setting
• B) Methods to develop trust and rapport
• C) Timing for minimal distractions
• D) The age and ethnicity of the patient
• E) Income level

---

Definitions:

Calming Effect

The process of inducing a state of relaxation and reduced stress in an individual.

Rooting Reflex

Turning the mouth and head toward stroking of the cheek or the corner of the mouth.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs through associations between an environmental stimulus and a naturally occurring stimulus.

Involuntary Responses

Reflex actions or responses that occur automatically without conscious decision, such as blinking or sneezing.