Which of the following is not appropriate when working with an elderly patient?
A. Go along with the patient's misconceptions about his or her condition
B. Look directly at the patient and speak clearly without shouting
C. Do not stereotype all elderly patients as frail or confused
D. Never talk down to an elderly patient
E. Pay attention to the patient's verbal and nonverbal cues
A. Go along with the patient's misconceptions about his or her condition
Gently correct a patient's misconceptions if it is within your scope of practice to do so. Do not speak forcefully, since some patients may consider this aggression.
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