Strategies to Meet Specific Needs

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