The nurse provides for the care of the client after a cerebrovascular accident with expressive aphasia. Which of the following interventions should be the priority intervention?
A) Listen for the intent of the message and do not concentrate on the words.
B) Devise a picture chart for the patient to point for requests.
C) Encourage the client to speak when no one is around.
D) Remind the patient that no improvement is expected.
B
Feedback:
Although listening for intent is appropriate, the high priority is to devise a method of communication that allows the patient to express requests or needs. Recovery continues for years and improvement can occur, albeit slowly.
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