Which Intervention Is Most Appropriate for the Nursing Diagnostic Statement,Impaired

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which intervention is most appropriate for the nursing diagnostic statement,Impaired verbal communication related to loss of facial motor control and decreased sensation?

• A) Obtain an interpreter for the patient as soon as possible.
• B) Assist the patient in performing swallowing exercises each shift.
• C) Ask the family to provide a sitter to remain with the patient at all times.
• D) Provide the patient with a writing board each shift.

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