Which nursing action is appropriate when conducting a health history interview for an older adult patient
1) Speaking slowly with a lower pitch
2) Allowing less time than would be required for a younger patient
3) Asking several questions before allowing the patient to respond
4) Standing while the patient sits in a chair on the opposite side of the room
ANS: 1
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