Some steps that can be taken to overcome the negative factors could be Make sure that areas are clear of obstacles that an individual with sight impairment might trip over or bump into. Make sure that hearing aids are working or that glasses prescriptions are updated Make them aware of all the different groups and organsation that can help them Challenge any discrimination. Make sure you address the person appropriately instead of talking over them as if they are not there. Explain how individuals with sensory loss can be disabled by attitudes and beliefs. People placing limitations on the person with the sensory loss can be disabling, for example, believing that a blind person can’t manage alone or that deaf people are funny because of the way they talk.
As a carer I am aware that I need to be able to understand the ways in which I can make it easier to communicate with someone who has dementia. It will become difficult for a person to tell you if they are in pain, if they are frightened or upset, so by using other factors such as body language, eye contact, gestures, facial expressions, I am able to determine these things and then I can communicate back to the individual calmly and slowly, in a manner that is appropriate to them. 1.3 Describe how to support different communication abilities and needs of an individual with dementia who has a sensory
When health and social care professionals communicate with service users, it is important to know what tone of voice to use. Some people can be easily disturbed by a sharp tone of voice which can cause them to feel intimidated. When communicating with service users whilst in your career, you should use a tone of voice that you feel will encourage service users to listen and accurately respond. Pace of voice: The pace of your
1.3 - Describe how to support different communication abilities and needs of an individual with dementia who has a sensory impairment A person with dementia who has a problem with their sight may need to have print enlarged for ease of reading, or possibly specialist equipment e.g. braille. It is important to ensure that any prescription glasses are available to them at all times and that they are clean. If needed read any information to the person if they wish. 1.4 - Describe the impact the behaviours of carers and others may have on an individual with dementia It could make the carers and individuals feel very vulnerable and also overwhelmed with someone that has dementia or challenging behaviour.
1.4 Steps that can be taken to overcome the negative factors could be that you make sure all areas are clear of obstacles so therefore an individual with eye sight impairment might fall over or fall into. Always make sure that hearing aids are working and worn at all times or if glasses are prescribed ar e worn or updated. Addressing the person appropriately instead of speaking ovef them like they are not there. Placing limiations on a person with sensory loss can be disabling, eg,
It is therefore important to ensure that any hearing aids are working well and that you speak in a loud clear voice so you can be understood. The individual could also be in pain or discomfort, they could be suffering side effects from medication, which will affect the way they communicate with you. Eyesight may also be affected. It is
Communication Communicating with Mrs V I check her care plan regularly, to check if her communicating area has checked. I also check Mrs V’s communicating strengths, weakness and needs have changed. Mrs V needs a hearing aid in her right ear; Mrs V often turns off her hearing aid or takes it out. When Mrs V is wearing her hearing aid, you can hold a verb conversation with her. Communicating with Mrs V verbally, I communicate with a soft and polite tone of voice.
3.1 Barriers to communication are Hearing impairment, visual impairment, speech impairment, speaking a different language, physical barrier, emotional barrier. 3.2 Ways to reduce barriers to communicate are if some has a hearing impairment then you need to if they are using a hearing aid you need to make sure that it it working properly, ensure that you are sitting in good light and that you speak clearly and do not shout. As this makes it more difficult for the individual to understand and read what you are saying. 3.3 Ways to check that communication has been understood is to ask the individual. Make sure you listen effectively and the use of body language is also important.
Unit 4222-258 Introductory awareness of sensory loss (SSMU 2.1) Learning Outcome 1 2) identify steps that can be taken to overcome factors that have a negative impact on the individuals with sensory loss Sensory loss can have a negative impact on communication, information, layout, routines and mobility for the individual. Support workers must ensure that the people they support have regular access to sight and hearing tests, as a cataract operation, if needed, could restore some sight and hearing aids if required can help overcome hearing problems. Both of these steps could help negate the isolating effect of sensory loss. When communicating with someone who has sight loss, you should: * always say who you are * always say what you are going to do and be specific * always talk directly to the person and use their name * always stand in a place where you can be seen, if necessary, touch for attention * always take the time to answer questions * always tell the person you are leaving them, do not just walk away. In my place of work we have a service user with learning difficulties and some sight loss, who can react badly to unannounced actions by support workers.
Av1 Using the table below, identify three examples of barriers to communication, and describe ways each barrier could be reduced. Barrier Language- language is a barrier to communication; however it can be reduced by using pictures, gestures and movements. Visual impairment- visual impairment is a barrier to communication; it can be reduced by using hands on approach when speaking, try using “touch” to explain what you are doing and to build a more trusting relationship. Hearing impairment- hearing impairment is a barrier; it could be reduced by the person wearing a hearing aid. You also have to check the hearing aid is working properly and it’s at the correct volume level Av11 Describe two ways to check that communication has been understood by all involved.