Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
When questioning an elder about suspected abuse, how should the nurse keep the questions?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
When questioning an elder about suspected abuse, the nurse should keep the questions nonjudgmental. This approach helps the elder feel safe and more willing to share information. Probing questions might be perceived as invasive, confrontational questions can lead to defensiveness and denial, and indirect questions may not elicit the necessary information, resulting in confusion or misinterpretation.