CPCA Communication Skills & Client Interaction 2

Question 1

A client with hearing loss asks you to repeat yourself several times. What is the BEST approach?

Accepted Answer

Face the client, speak slowly and clearly at a normal volume

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Speak louder and faster to save time

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Write everything down to avoid speaking

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Ask a family member to translate for the client

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining eye contact while listening

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Asking the client how they feel

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Reading a care plan aloud

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Explaining a medication schedule

Question 3

A client seems upset but says nothing is wrong. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Gently acknowledge what you observe and let them know you are available to talk

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Accept the answer and move on without further concern

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Ignore the client's mood and continue with tasks

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Tell the supervisor the client is being uncooperative

Question 4

What does 'reflective listening' involve?

Accepted Answer

Repeating the client's words back to confirm understanding

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Taking notes while the client speaks

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Offering advice based on your own experience

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Changing the subject to something more positive

Question 5

A client uses offensive language toward you. What is the MOST professional response?

Accepted Answer

Calmly state that the language is inappropriate and report the incident to your supervisor

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Respond with equally strong language to assert boundaries

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Ignore all future comments from the client

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Leave the client unattended until they apologize

Question 6

When communicating with a client who has dementia, which strategy is MOST helpful?

Accepted Answer

Use short, simple sentences and a calm, reassuring tone

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Use complex sentences to stimulate cognitive function

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Correct the client firmly when they make errors

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Avoid talking to prevent confusion

Question 7

Why should an aide avoid using medical jargon when speaking with clients?

Accepted Answer

Clients may not understand technical terms and may feel confused or anxious

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It makes the aide appear less qualified

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Medical terms are only for written documentation

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It violates HIPAA regulations