In providing care to the client with dysphasia, which of these actions should the nurse take?
a. Continue to provide explanations before doing anything.
b. Encourage a family member to stay with the client as often as possible.
c. Plan care around rehabilitation activities to improve speech.
d. Speak only when absolutely necessary, to avoid confusion for the client.
A
The client with dysphasia has difficulty putting thoughts and feelings into words but usually is still able to receive and interpret messages. Nurses should continue to provide explanations before doing anything.
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