The nurse is aware that for a patient with receptive aphasia, the best method of communication would be the use of:
a. a notepad.
b. speaking slowly.
c. worded flash cards.
d. gestures.
Question 2
When entering the room of a new 85-year-old female patient to complete the admission process, the nurse should initiate the conversation by saying:
a. Good morning, Mary. We need to get some questions answered.
b. Welcome to 4B, Mrs. Miller. I'd like to get some additional information, if I may.
c. Hello, sweetie. I'll bet you thought all the admission stuff was finished, didn't you?
d. I need to finish the admission. What is your name?