c ommunication with different age group -. p reschool or school age child relatively short attention...
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COMMUNICATION WITH DIFFERENT AGE GROUP -
PRESCHOOL OR SCHOOL AGE CHILD
Relatively short attention span Simple words and direct statements are more
effective than abstracts. Speak softly and gently , with confidence Use of toys will promote relaxation Encourage expression of feelings Playful attitude is helpful with young child in
the expression of emotions
PREADOLESCENT AND ADOLESCENT
They appreciate an adult like approach Focus on the child rather than parents Collect assessment date from them first,
than parents Observe nonverbal behavior that increases
anxiety, embarrassment Give direct information in health teaching
PARENTS
Acknowledge their ability to carry out necessary care measures
Determine how the parent feels about the child’s health problems
Convey that it is normal to feel angry at the child
Speak in a simple way to the mother an in a professional, adult manner to the father.
COMMUNICATING WITH THE CLIENT WITH COMMUNICATION DIFFICULTIES
Gather data from clients with sensory impairments
Develop rapport and trusting relationship Introduce yourself and the purpose Use appropriate nonverbal behavior to
convey ideas
COMMUNICATION WITH HEARING IMPAIRED
Be sure the person’s hearing aid is in place, turned on, and in working order
Always speak in a good light, face the person and light as you speak
Do not have objects in or covering your mouth
Never take advantage of the disability by carrying on a private conversation in his/ her presence in low tones that cannot be heard.
Speak distinctly but naturally, shouting does not clarify speech sounds and mouthing or exaggerating your words, or speaking too slowly, makes you harder to understand.
Avoid excessive environmental noise Do not start to speak to a hard of hearing
person abruptly Attract attention first by facing him/her and
looking straight into the person’s eyes If the person has hearing impairement of one
ear, stand at the opposite side and speak Remember that an affectionate or amused
tone of voice may be lost on a hard of hearing person
If a person has difficulty hearing, occasionally jot down the key words on a paper
If you do not understand the person, ask him to repeat rather than ignoring him
COMMUNICATION WITH VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Use normal tone of voice Accept the normal things which a blind person
might do When you offer assistance do directly . Ask “may
I be of help”. Speak in a normal friendly tone Advise the person when you are leaving the room there is no need to avoid the use of the word
“see” when talking to a blind person Never leave the person with out a way to secure
help A half open door, low stools or loose cords or
rugs arer dangerous to visually impaired
Be sure to tell who else is present in the environment
Encourage use of a magnifying glass if it is helpful
Read mail to the person and assist him Describe the environment, people and events
surrounding him to enrich his experience and understanding