As a medical assistant in a family practice clinic, you encounter a patient who has been diagnosed with an intellectual disability. The patient has difficulty understanding complex medical terminology and becomes visibly frustrated during the explanation of their care plan. Which approach is most appropriate to ensure effective communication and understanding of the treatment details?
Continue to explain the care plan using medical terminology, expecting the patient to ask for clarification if they do not understand.
Provide all the information about the treatment plan at once to minimize the time spent on the explanation.
Explain all the potential complications and side effects in detail to ensure the patient is fully informed, regardless of their ability to comprehend.
Utilize simple language with short sentences and visual aids to convey the treatment plan, checking for understanding periodically.
Using simple language and visual aids are effective strategies when communicating with patients who have intellectual disabilities. This approach helps ensure they understand their care plan by presenting information in a clear and accessible manner. Providing too much information at once can be overwhelming, and expecting the patient to ask for clarification may not be realistic given the potential communication challenges they face.
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