In Establishing a Therapeutic Environment for an Older Adult Patient,how

question 14

Multiple Choice

In establishing a therapeutic environment for an older adult patient,how can the nurse provide special considerations?

• A) Limiting the contact to 15-minute intervals
• B) Allowing greater time to gather a medical history
• C) Speaking slowly and loudly to ensure understanding
• D) Ensuring that the patient is free of pain and is comfortable

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