Which Types of Patients Can Cause Challenging Communication Situations

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which types of patients can cause challenging communication situations?

• A) A male patient who is cooperative with treatments
• B) A female patient who is outgoing and flirty
• C) An older adult patient who is demanding
• D) An elderly patient who can clearly see small print
• E) A teenager frightened by the prospect of impending surgery
• F) A child who is developmentally delayed

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