COMMUNICATION: VERBAL IMPAIRED (84)    NUPA ASSESSMENT PROBLEMS (1927.2)

Name Value
PROBLEM COMMUNICATION: VERBAL IMPAIRED
PLAN
  • Assess for causative factors, degree of impairment, and current methods of communication.
  • Other
  • Give clear, simple directions and repeat, if necessary.
  • Speak slowly, distinctly and quietly, facing patient.
  • Reassure patient that frustration and anger are acceptable and can be expected.
  • Encourage self-expression and reinforce patient's efforts to communicate.
  • Use communication aids to explore all avenues of expression.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team, as needed.
  • Involve patient and family in developing a communication plan and encourage family visits to stimulate conversation.
  • Educate patient/family regarding communication aids and community resources.
DESIRED OUTCOME
Decreased, delayed or absent ability to receive, process, transmit and 
use a system of symbols.
ACTIVE YES