Which of the following is not appropriate when talking 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 and loudly without shouting.
C. Pay attention to the patient's verbal and nonverbal cues.
D. Never talk down to the elderly patient.
A. Go along with the patient's misconceptions about his or her condition.
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