Author Question: Which technique is most effective when communicating with a client who is positioned in bed? a. ... (Read 41 times)

leo leo · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which technique is most effective when communicating with a client who is positioned in bed?

a. Sitting in a chair at the foot of the bed
b. Standing near the client's head on his or her dominant side
c. Sitting in a chair at the bedside facing the client
d. Standing at the foot of the bed

Question 2

Which intervention is therapeutic when facilitating communication with a cognitively impaired older client? (Select all that apply.)

a. Explain a task using simple, concise phrasing and one step at a time
b. Give instructions to a group whenever possible to provide peer support
c. Allow for additional time for the client to respond to questions or directions
d. Use nonverbal as well as verbal cues to help get your message across to the client
e. Speak loudly to gain and retain the client's attention

aprice35067 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
When communicating with individuals in a bed or wheelchair, position yourself at their level and directly face them rather than talking over a side rail or standing above them.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
Useful strategies for communicating with individuals experiencing cognitive impairment include giving one-step directions, allowing time for the expected response, and giving clues and cues as to what you want the person to do. It is also helpful to interact with one person at a time and to speak slowly rather than loudly.