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CharlieWard

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What are communication barriers that are encountered when conversing with an older adult? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Hearing impairment
  b. Language differences
  c. Dementia
  d. Pain
  e. Decreased mobility

Question 2

The area between 4 and 12 feet of a person is commonly referred to as which of the following?
 
  a. Public space
  b. Social space
  c. Personal space
  d. Intimate space


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
Decreased mobility does not affect a person's ability to communicate. All other options are communication barriers.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Between 4 and 12 feet is considered social space.


CharlieWard

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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