Talking With Your Older Patient: A Clinician's Handbook by National Institute of Aging - HTML preview

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Responding to patient reactions

l “I imagine this is difficult news.”

l “Does this news frighten you?”

l “I wish the news were different.”

l “Is there anyone you’d like me to call?”

l “I’ll try to help you.”

l “I’ll help you tell your children.”