COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT

What is the best way to apply verbal and non-verbal communication skills with them?

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  Make good eye contact

• Use long sentences to describe something

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  Re introduce yourself every time you meet them

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  Give them time to unswer  when communicating

Verbal and non-verbal communication is important to use for elderly with Alzheimer’s, what is the best way to apply verbal and non-verbal communication skills with them?

• Make an eye contact.

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  Re introduce yourself every time meet them.

• Give them space as a way communicating

• Using an incorrect word to describe something.

Mr R, 85 years old having cognitive impairment because of parkinsonism forthe past two years. During your interview, you should

• Allow time for conversation.

• Insist the correct words in the conversation

• Paying more attention to patient during conversation.

• Communicate with drawing or gesture are not encourage

Mr.N, 83 years old, admitted to ward with history of Alzheimer’s disease.

Communication strategies that can be applied to him is/are:

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  giving one instruction when talk to him.

• speak clearly with simple directions. 

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  avoid explaining plan of interventions to Mr N as it will lead to agitation

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  offer Mr N as many choices as possible when making decisions to

  stimulate his cognition

Mr T, 70 years old with cognitive impairment since 2 years ago. He is able to stand with support but has unstable gait. What is/are your plan for him?

• Additional mats at bathroom

• Preparing with bright lighting

• Advise to use side rails as needed

• Make sure assistive devices in a good condition