When a Caregiver Is Communicating with a Patient, Which of the Following

question 5

Multiple Choice

When a caregiver is communicating with a patient, which of the following may facilitate communication? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Face the patient who has a hearing impairment.
• B)Avoid eye contact.
• C)Use simple words.
• D)Be aware of nonverbal gestures.

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Definitions:

Highly Contagious

Refers to diseases or conditions that can be easily and rapidly spread from one individual to another through direct contact or proximity.

Terminal Illness

A disease or condition that is deemed incurable or irreversible and is expected to result in the death of the patient within a relatively short period of time.

HIV-Negative

A status indicating that an individual does not have the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), based on testing.

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system in response to antigens, which help to identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.