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what is Central
when the nerve sensors in the brain are affected.
sensory section
Censorial: the problem is the ________ of the central ear.
Central
when the nerve sensors in the brain are affected
conductive
when something blocks the conduction of sound into the ears sensory nerve
censorial
the problem is the sensory section of the central ear
how to help those with visual impairment
create good lighting
what does aphasia mean
stroke patient
a common problem with a patient who is wheelchair bound
counters are too high
what is the rule of thumb when interacting with terminally ill patients
meet them where they are
what are the five myths of being suicidal
they just want attention, those who attempt suicide want to die, risk is highest when they are severely depressed, Asking depressed people if they are suicidal puts that idea in their mind, you cannot talk them out of it
what does aging have on learning, memory, and recall
slows everything down
Is there a thing as generation gap when counseling? why?
Yes, different patients lived in a different time and place (something instilled in them is not as important to us)
what is a special problem from interacting with caregivers
not being able to speak directly with the patient
How many older adults suffer from a chronic condition
2/3
how does old age affect learning
it takes them longer to process information and sometimes the amount of information at one time
What is aphasia
a reduced ability to understand people
what is it important to do with patients with learning disabilities
repeat key information
what is it important to do with patients who are home bound
take advantage of pamphlets and any written information
Low Health Literacy
is a problem when it comes to understanding their medications and drug directions
what is a myth about those who are suicidal
those who attempt suicide want to die
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