Communicating with Visual Impairments

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Which of the following strategies should be used when communicating with patients with visual impairment?

  • Avoid using the words 'look' and 'see' (correct)
  • Do not explain what you are doing as you are doing it
  • Guide the patient without asking
  • Do not provide reasonable accommodations

What should you do before touching a patient with visual impairment?

  • Record their preferred method of communication
  • Explain what you are doing (correct)
  • Ask for their permission
  • Speak directly to them

How should you position yourself when communicating with a patient with hearing loss?

  • Stand behind the patient
  • Avoid making eye contact with the patient
  • Position yourself to the side of the patient
  • Stand in front of the patient (correct)

What should you do to gain the attention of a patient with hearing loss before speaking?

<p>Pause between phrases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid when communicating with a patient with hearing loss?

<p>Having anything in your mouth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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