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Jendo Jendo
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What strategies would the nurse utilize to optimize communication with an older adult who is intubated and mechanically ventilated?

1. Make sure the patient is wearing eyeglasses.
2. Speak slowly.
3. Decide on which gestures mean “yes” and “no.”
4. Have questions and possible answers ready so the patient can point to the response.
5. Ask several questions at a time to limit interruptions in rest periods.
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Understanding the Essentials of Critical Care Nursing

Understanding the Essentials of Critical Care Nursing


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Your rationale is what helped me understand it, I appreciate the thorough answer
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Let me know if you need even more of an explanation
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