The nurse asks an older female adult, "Which countries were your favourite travelling destinations?" Which strategy is the most important for the nurse to incorporate into communicating with this older person?

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Allocating more time for answering is important when communicating with older adults because they may require more time to process and respond to questions. This allows for the older person to feel comfortable and not rushed, as well as potentially providing more detailed responses. Maintaining a sharp focus, seeking validation of understanding, and avoiding judgement of responses are also important strategies, but in this scenario, allocating more time is the most important.

The Nurse Asks an Older Female Adult, "Which Countries Were