Ageism Would Occur When the EMT

question 19

Multiple Choice

Ageism would occur when the EMT:

• A) asks all geriatric males if they remember World War II.
• B) asks family members for medical information when the patient is confused.
• C) does not attempt to assess combative elderly patients with dementia.
• D) disregards an advance directive when a geriatric patient requests you to do so.

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