The nurse is completing discharge teaching to the family of a hospitalized older adult client.Which of the following is most important for the nurse to include in this teaching plan?

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Protecting the client from injury due to increased pain threshold is the most important because older adults may have decreased pain perception, leading to an increased risk of injury. Odor reduction, loud speaking, and avoiding range of motion exercises are also important considerations in care, but they are not as critical as preventing injury.

The Nurse Is Completing Discharge Teaching to the Family of a Hospitalized