When conducting a focused interview for an older adult client, which interventions by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply
1. Establishing rapport.
2. Insisting adult children stay in the room.
3. Using a paper robe for infection control purposes.
4. Ensuring background noise is at a minimum.
5. Addressing the client as "honey."
Correct Answer: 1, 4
When conducting a focused interview for an older adult client it is appropriate for the nurse to establish rapport and ensure that background noise is kept to a minimum. The nurse should provide privacy for the client during the interview process. Older adult clients often feel uncomfortable in paper robes. It is more appropriate to offer this client a cloth robe. The nurse should address the client using an appropriate title with their last name. Addressing the older adult client using the term "honey" is disrespectful.
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