“Be careful of the negative attitude in your approach. How fast an individual moves will depend on physical ability not necessarily age."
"You will get to learn how to best plan your care utilizing the slower response from older adult clients."
"I will show you several different techniques which you can use while providing care to these older adult clients."
"Perhaps you should review the information in our textbook for some techniques you can use."
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The most appropriate response from the instructor would be:
"You will get to learn how to best plan your care utilizing the slower response from older adult clients."
This response acknowledges the student's concerns and prepares them for the realities of caring for older adults. It emphasizes the importance of adapting care plans to the unique needs and pace of geriatric patients, fostering a valuable learning opportunity rather than focusing on speed alone.
