Unit 16: Alzheimer's II Flashcards
1
Q
Communication
A
exchange of info
verbal or nonverbal
2
Q
AD lowers ability to communicate
A
difficulty with emotions, thoughts, & understanding difficulty finding right words uses familiar words repeatedly inventing new words to describe familiar objects easily lose train of thought difficulty organizing words revert to speaking native language use curse words spek less often use gestures rather than words
3
Q
To Best Communicate
A
Identify self call person by name use short, simple words & sentences talk slowly & clearly give one-step directions ask one question at a time patiently wait for response repeat info or questions turn questions into answers
4
Q
Be respectful while waiting for response
A
do not interrupt avoid correcting & arguing if person can't find word, try guessing if don't understand, ask for gesture look for feeling behind words
5
Q
To best communicate II
A
avoid confusing expressions (slang) avoid vague words turn negatives into positives give visual cues avoid quizzing give simple explanations treat person with dignity & respect be aware of tone of voice pay attention to body language
