How would a nurse aide I communicate with a resident that has a hearing or visual impairment?

When communications with a resident who has a functional barrier, a nursing assistant should

Give the resident time to speak

A person in a coma might still be able to

When a resident is confused, a nursing assistant should

Provide a quiet environment

If a resident is demonstrating in appropriate sexual behavior a nursing assistant should

Distract the resident or direct them to a private area

When is it appropriate for a nursing assistant to hit a resident

If a resident becomes combatative, a nursing assistant should

Try to find out what triggered the behavior

What is a fact about combative behavior

Combative behavior may be caused by disease or medication

What is an example of aggressive, rather than asserted be behavior

A resident tells a nursing assistant that she is clumsy and is moving slow

If a resident is angry, a nursing assistant should

Try to find out what is causing her anger

A good way to communicate with a resident who is depressed is to

Use body language that shows empathy and interest

A good way to communicate with an anxious resident is to

Gently ask the resident what is bothering him

If a residents hearing impaired, a nursing assistant should

Make sure the light is on the the nursing assistants face

One way for a nursing assistant to communicate effectively with a visually impaired residents is to

Use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects

 The following points of etiquette shared by the American Foundation for the Blind (www.afb.org) are helpful to keep in mind when interacting with a person who is visually impaired:

  • Introduce yourself using your name and/or position, especially if you are wearing a name badge containing this information.
  • Speak directly to the person not through a companion, guide, or other individual.
  • Speak to the person using a natural conversational tone and speed. Do not speak loudly and slowly unless the person also has a hearing impairment.
  • Address the person by name when possible. This is especially important in crowded areas.
  • Immediately greet the person when they enter a room or a service area. This allows you to let them know you are present and ready to assist. And, it eliminates uncomfortable silences.
  • Indicate the end of a conversation to avoid the embarrassment of leaving a person speaking when no one is actually there.
  • Feel free to use words that refer to vision during the course of conversations. Vision-oriented words such as look, see and watching TV are a part of everyday verbal communication. The words blind and visually impaired are also acceptable in conversation.
  • Be precise and thorough when you describe people, places or things. Don't leave things out or change a description because you think it is unimportant or unpleasant.
  • Feel free to use visually descriptive language. Making reference to colors, patterns, designs, and shapes is perfectly acceptable.
  • Speak about a person with a disability by first referring to the person and then to the disability. You should, therefore, refer to "persons who are blind" rather than to "blind persons."
  • Offer to guide a person who is blind or visually impaired by asking if they would like assistance. Offer them your arm. It is not always necessary to provide guided assistance; in some instances it can be disorienting and disruptive. Respect the desires of the person you are with.
  • Guide persons who request assistance by allowing them to take your arm just above the elbow when your arm is bent. Walk ahead of the person you are guiding. Never grab a person who is blind or visually impaired by the arm and push him/her forward.
  • Guide dogs are working mobility tools. Do not pet them, feed them or distract them while they are working.
  • Do not leave a person who is blind or visually impaired standing in "free space" when you serve as a guide. Always be sure that the person you guide has a firm grasp on your arm, or is leaning against a chair or a wall if you have to be separated momentarily.
  • Be calm and clear about what to do if you see a person who is blind or visually impaired about to encounter a dangerous situation. For example, if a person who is blind is about to bump into a pole in a hotel lobby, calmly and firmly call out, "Wait there for a moment; there is a pole in front of you."

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How should the nursing assistant communicate with a client who has a hearing loss?

Writing may be an effective way to communicate..
Face the client when speaking to allow for lip-reading..
Limit background noise, such as television or radio..
Speak slowly and clearly..
Deepen the tone of voice..

How can you communicate effectively with a resident who is visually impaired?

Speak directly to the person not through a companion, guide, or other individual. Speak to the person using a natural conversational tone and speed. Do not speak loudly and slowly unless the person also has a hearing impairment. Address the person by name when possible.

When working with a client who has a hearing impairment you should?

Gain attention If the person with hearing loss hears better from one ear, move to that side of the person. Also consider touching the listener's hand, arm or shoulder lightly to gain attention. These simple gestures will prepare the individual with hearing loss to listen and not miss the first part of the conversation.

How can the nursing assistant best help a resident who is not accepting a loss?

How can the nurse aide best help a client who is not accepting a loss? Encourage the client to talk.