You are assisting a client who recently had a stroke and has expressive aphasia. They are becoming frustrated as they try to communicate that they need to use the washroom. What therapeutic communication strategy should the HCA employ?

Question: You are assisting a client who recently had a stroke and has expressive aphasia. They are becoming frustrated as they try to communicate that they need to use the washroom. What therapeutic communication strategy should the HCA employ?

Answer options:

• Finish their sentences for them to speed up communication.
• Speak louder and use complex vocabulary to encourage them. ✅ Offer choices using visual aids or key words, and allow ample time for a response.
• Tell them to take a deep breath and quickly point to the toilet.

Correct answer: Offer choices using visual aids or key words, and allow ample time for a response.

Explanation: Offering choices, using visual aids, and allowing ample time are effective strategies for communicating with individuals with expressive aphasia, reducing their frustration. Finishing sentences or speaking louder with complex words can increase their distress.