A patient and her husband arrive at the community health center for a follow-up assessment. The patient has recently had a stroke and is aphasiac. She understands what you are saying but is unable to talk. Which of the following nursing interventions should be followed? Select all that apply.
A) Ask the husband the best way to communicate with his wife.
B) Find a large blackboard to write your questions on.
C) Offer the patient a white board or paper and pen.
D) Speak slowly and loudly so the patient understands.
E) Communicate one question or sentence at a time.
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