Educating Specific Patient Populations Flashcards
American w/ disabilities act title 2
Non discriminatory on the basis of disability in state and local services
American w/ disabilities act 3
Same as act 2 but w/ public areas
Types of auditory/visual auxiliary impairments
Visually
Hearing
Speech
Limitations for ADA requirements
Covered entities are required to provide aids and services unless doing so implements undue burden.
Glasgow coma scale
Provides a score that determines if someone is impaired
Tips for memory loss
Offer visual help
Be helpful
Walk them through something slowly
Provide reminders
Tips for speaking difficulty
Speak clearly
Give them time
Speak slowly
Talk one thing at a time
Tips for attention deficient issues
Use their name
Ensure that their needs are met
Keep eye contact
Offer encouragement
Gently touch (if appropriate)
