How Much Do You Know About Communicating With People With Aphasia?

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1.

If the person is struggling to find a word, you should...
- A.
  
  Wait silently, counting to 10, and then fill in the word.
- B.
  
  Fill in the word so they don't have to struggle.
- C.
  
  Give up on the conversation because it's taking too long.
- D.
  
  Wait and then ask them if they want help finding the word if they're still struggling.
Correct Answer
D. Wait and then ask them if they want help finding the word if they're still struggling.

Explanation
It's best to speak with, and not for, someone with aphasia. Give the person enough time to think and speak.

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2.

True or false: People with aphasia understand better if you speak louder.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Just speak at a normal volume when conversing with someone who has aphasia.

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3.

True or false: Eliminate as many distractions as possible when having a conversation with someone with aphasia.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
It's best to go somewhere quiet. Make sure you pay attention to the noise level when communicating.

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4.

What is the most important trait to have when communicating with someone who has aphasia?
- A.
  
  Knowledge of sign language
- B.
  
  Patience
- C.
  
  A familiarity with the person
- D.
  
  The ability to make people laugh
Correct Answer
B. Patience

Explanation
Patience is the most important trait for communication.

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5.

True or false: It's best to keep your sentences short and simple when speaking with someone who has aphasia.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Short, simple phrasing makes for easier communication.

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6.

What can you use to aid the conversation with someone who has aphasia? Select all that apply.
- A.
  
  Gestures
- B.
  
  Drawing
- C.
  
  Writing down words
- D.
  
  Communication apps on an iPad
Correct Answer(s)
A. Gestures
B. Drawing
C. Writing down words
D. Communication apps on an iPad

Explanation
All of these aids would be helpful! Use gestures, drawing, writing down words, and communication apps.

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7.

True or false: It is not rude to repeat back what the person with aphasia has said.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
It's not rude at all. In fact, it's good to confirm that you understood the person, and it gives them a chance to correct you.

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8.

True or false: Encouraging the person with aphasia to use thumbs up/thumbs down gestures instead of speaking aloud "yes" or "no" will hold them back in speech therapy.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Encourage people to use hand gestures so they can communicate.

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True or false: Stress can make communication harder, and many people with aphasia find they have a difficult time finding words when they are under a lot of stress.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
You can minimize stress by keeping calm and giving the person time and space to speak.

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10.

True or false: Carrying around a card that states "I have aphasia" will make people discriminate against you.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
It's a good idea to carry around a card that explains aphasia.

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11.

True or false: You should turn on a radio or television when you're trying to speak with someone who has aphasia because the sound will help them remember words.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
You should try to minimize distractions when trying to speak with someone who has aphasia.

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12.

True or false: Just because a person is speaking fluently doesn't mean that they understand everything.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
It's always best to confirm understanding when speaking with someone who has aphasia.

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How Much Do You Know About Communicating With People With Aphasia?

If the person is struggling to find a word, you should...

True or false: People with aphasia understand better if you speak louder.

True or false: Eliminate as many distractions as possible when having a conversation with someone with aphasia.

What is the most important trait to have when communicating with someone who has aphasia?

True or false: It's best to keep your sentences short and simple when speaking with someone who has aphasia.

What can you use to aid the conversation with someone who has aphasia? Select all that apply.

True or false: It is not rude to repeat back what the person with aphasia has said.

True or false: Encouraging the person with aphasia to use thumbs up/thumbs down gestures instead of speaking aloud "yes" or "no" will hold them back in speech therapy.

True or false: Stress can make communication harder, and many people with aphasia find they have a difficult time finding words when they are under a lot of stress.

True or false: Carrying around a card that states "I have aphasia" will make people discriminate against you.

True or false: You should turn on a radio or television when you're trying to speak with someone who has aphasia because the sound will help them remember words.

True or false: Just because a person is speaking fluently doesn't mean that they understand everything.