While Conducting a Health Assessment with an Older Adult, the Nurse

Multiple Choice

While conducting a health assessment with an older adult, the nurse notices it takes the person longer to answer questions than is usual with younger clients. What should the nurse do?

A) Stop asking questions so as not to confuse the client.
B) Slow the pace and allow extra time for answers.
C) Realize that the client has some dementia.
D) Ask a family member to answer the questions.