To respectfully and effectively provide health teaching to the older adult, which of the following actions should be employed? (Select all that apply.)
a. Speak very loudly and in high-pitched tones.
b. Ask clients to repeat your message.
c. Break complex tasks into small, pertinent steps.
d. Refer to medications by color.
B, C
When teaching an older adult, it is important to have them repeat your message back to you to ensure that they understand. It is also helpful to break complex tasks into smaller manageable steps to help the client remember. Speaking loudly and in high-pitched tones will not assist the client in learning. A nurse should refer to medications by name rather than color.
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