Author Question: When communicating with an older adult, the nurse can enhance communication by speaking in a: a. ... (Read 74 times)

bobbie · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

When communicating with an older adult, the nurse can enhance communication by speaking in a:

a. rapid manner to accommodate the patient's short attention span.
b. lower voice tone to accommodate hearing loss.
c. simple manner as if speaking to a child.
d. loud voice directly at ear level.

Question 2

The school nurse reminds the faculty of a high school that it is imperative to report to a mental health professional any:

a. signs of depression.
b. threats of suicide.
c. signs of withdrawal.
d. behavioral problems.

SomethingSomething · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Older adults lose their ability to hear higher-frequency sound. Speaking in a lower tone enhances communication. Speaking overly loud and as if to a child may be irritating and demeaning. Rapid speech may be difficult for older adults to understand.

Answer to Question 2

B
Any threat of suicide must be taken very seriously and reported to a mental health professional.