In providing a physical assessment of an 88-year-old patient,the nurse should:

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Inclusion of a review of mental status is highly recommended when the nurse performs an examination of an older adult.
Allow extra time and be patient,relaxed,and unhurried with older adults.Do not assume that aging is always accompanied by illness or disability.Older adults are able to adapt to change and maintain functional independence.Provide adequate space for an examination,particularly if the patient uses a mobility aid.

In Providing a Physical Assessment of an 88-Year-Old Patient,the Nurse