A 78-year-old patient is complaining of chronic achy joint pain. She states, "I am so tired of living with pain." What is important to remember about pain and the elderly?
A) The older adult will report pain accurately.
B) The older adult may not be compliant in taking pain medication.
C) The older adult is willing to report pain.
D) Older adults are not able to give reliable self-reports of pain.
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