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arivle123

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Which action should the nurse take when addressing older adults?
 
  a. Speak in an exaggerated pitch.
  b. Use a lower quality of speech.
  c. Use endearing terms such as Honey.
  d. Speak clearly.

Question 2

Which is least likely to be true about working with an interpreter?
 
  a. An interpreter may be needed even when the nurse speaks the same language as the client.
  b. When working with interpreters, the nurse should avoid using technical terms or metaphors.
  c. A client's young granddaughter who speaks English fluently would make the best interpreter because she is familiar with and loves the client.
  d. The nurse should face the client, rather than the interpreter.



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Answer to Question 1

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Some health professionals demonstrate ageism, in part because providers tend to see many frail, older persons, and fewer of those who are healthy and active. Providers should not assume all older adults are hearing or mentally impaired. The most appropriate action when addressing an older adult would be to speak clearly. Examples of unintentional ageism in language are exagge-rated pitch, demeaning emotional tone, and a lower quality of speech.

Answer to Question 2

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A Incorrect. This statement is true, because there may be cultural reasons that pre-vent the client from speaking directly to a nurse.
B Incorrect. This statement is true, because technical terms and metaphors may be difficult or impossible to translate.
C Correct. Cultural restrictions may prevent some topics from being spoken of to a grandparent or child.
D Incorrect. This statement is true, because the intent is to converse with the client, not with a third party about the client.




arivle123

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!


rleezy04

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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