HMB440H1 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Dementia
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An early sign that dementia is affecting someone"s language is that they can"t find the right words. Other factors may also affect the ability of a person with dementia to communicate including pain, discomfort, illness or the side-effects of medication. There are ways to make sure that you understand each other even if someone has problems with language. Try to remain calm if you are feeling stressed. Consider what you are going to talk about, useful to have an idea of particular topic ready. Make sure to have person full attention and they can see you clearly o. Minimise competing noises such as tv or other conversations. Speak at slower pace to allow them time between sentences for the person to process the information and to respond. Avoid speaking sharply or raising your voice, as this may distress the person. Use short and simple sentences, humour can help to bring you closer togther.
