A school nurse is bringing a group of students to a nursing home for a social exchange project. Before the students arrive, the nurse reminds them to do which of the following when speaking to the residents?
1. Speak as loud as they can.
2. Speak into the residents' ears.
3. Write out what they want to say on a piece of paper.
4. Speak distinctly, while facing the residents.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: This option assumes that all residents have significant hearing loss, which is ageism.
Rationale 2: This option assumes that all residents have significant hearing loss, which is ageism.
Rationale 3: This option assumes that all residents have significant hearing loss, which is ageism.
Rationale 4: Hearing loss in the elderly is greater in the higher frequencies than the lower. Older adults with hearing loss usually hear speakers with low, distinct voices best and it is always appropriate to speak while facing a target.
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