Question

Of the following, which is not a responsibility a PT has as a teacher to an older adult?

1) Present information in a way that is appropriate to the learner
2) Respect and understand the learner's ideas, interests, concerns, and feelings
3) Use own preferred style of learning to teach them
4) Help the person establish their goals and responsibilities as a learner

Answer 1

A PT's responsibility to an older adult does not include using their own preferred learning style to teach. Instead, they should tailor teaching methods to the learner, respect the learner's perspectives, and help them establish individual goals.

Step-by-step explanation:

Of the options presented regarding the responsibilities a Physical Therapist (PT) has as a teacher to an older adult, the one that is not a responsibility is to use own preferred style of learning to teach them. It is crucial for a PT, or any educator, to tailor their teaching methods to the needs and preferences of the learner, rather than imposing their own learning style. In contrast, it is essential for educators to present information appropriately to the learner, respect and understand the learner's ideas, interests, concerns, and feelings, and help establish the learner's goals and responsibilities as a learner. These approaches help to foster a positive and effective learning environment for older adults.