NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Special Patient Populations

Which of the following is true when dealing with a patient who has a speech impairment?
  1. Attempt to complete the patient’s sentences for them to help limit confusion
  2. Ask open-ended questions as much as possible
  3. Give the patient plenty of time to answer questions
  4. Only ask closed-ended questions
  5. Do not change how you treat the patient as they may find it belittling
Explanation
Answer: C - When working with a patient who has a speech impairment, it is important to give them plenty of time to answer your questions and express their thoughts. Avoid asking questions that would require a long convoluted response, yet make sure to give them the opportunity to express themselves.
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