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What is the first step in the AAC team's assessment process for communication support in acute medical settings?
What is the first step in the AAC team's assessment process for communication support in acute medical settings?
- Providing sensory aids
- Conducting a preliminary screening (correct)
- Identifying natural communication signals
- Identifying comprehension and attention strategies
What are some natural communication signals that might be evaluated to determine if medical staff can accurately interpret them?
What are some natural communication signals that might be evaluated to determine if medical staff can accurately interpret them?
- Protruding the tongue to signal the need for water
- Wrinkling the face to signal itchiness (correct)
- Blinking the eyes to signal pain
- Scratching the head to signal discomfort
What are some essential yes/no signals for early communication in ICU settings?
What are some essential yes/no signals for early communication in ICU settings?
- Nodding the head up and down
- Shaking the head side to side
- Eye movement up for yes and down for no (correct)
- Thumb movement up for no and down or sideways for yes
What is the recommended strategy for establishing communication with patients in the ICU?
What is the recommended strategy for establishing communication with patients in the ICU?
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