The nurse notices that an older patient takes a few extra seconds to respond to conversation. What is the nurse's interpretation of this finding?

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An increased auditory reaction time is a common change in older adults, which can lead to a delay in responding to conversation. This is a normal age-related change, not necessarily indicative of a condition like presbycusis, medication side effects, or nerve damage.

The Nurse Notices That an Older Patient Takes a Few