When examining an older adult, the nurse should use which technique?
a. Avoid touching the patient too much.
b. Attempt to perform the entire physical examination during one visit.
c. Speak loudly and slowly because most aging adults have hearing deficits.
d. Arrange the sequence of the examination to allow as few position changes as possible.
ANS: D
When examining the older adult, arranging the sequence of the examination to allow as few position changes as possible is best. Physical touch is especially important with the older person because other senses may be diminished.
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