Which of the following should a medical assistant avoid when communicating with an older adult patient?

A. Providing the patient with plenty of time to respond to questions
B. Finishing sentences for the patient
C. Looking directly at the patient when speaking to him or her
D. Speaking clearly in a normal tone of voice


Answer: B

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