Asked by Jannatul Ferdous on May 29, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient who is having difficulty understanding the written and spoken word. Which type of aphasia will the nurse report to the oncoming shift?
A) Expressive
B) Receptive
C) Global
D) Motor
Expressive Aphasia
A condition characterized by the loss of the ability to produce language (spoken or written), typically caused by damage to the brain's language areas.
Receptive Aphasia
A language disorder resulting from damage to the brain's language comprehension area, causing difficulty understanding spoken or written language.
Global Aphasia
A severe form of aphasia where individuals lose the ability to understand language, speak, read, or write due to extensive damage to the language areas of the brain.
- Assess and reinforce cognitive skills in patients experiencing sensory shifts.
Verified Answer
AN
Andrew NorcrossMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sensory or receptive aphasia is the inability to understand written or spoken language. A patient is able to express words but is unable to understand questions or comments of others. Expressive aphasia, a motor type of aphasia, is the inability to name common objects or express simple ideas in words or writing. Global aphasia is the inability to understand language or communicate orally.
Learning Objectives
- Assess and reinforce cognitive skills in patients experiencing sensory shifts.