The patient can follow directions but cannot pronounce words to express needs or thoughts.Which term will the nurse use to document this assessment finding?

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Expressive aphasia occurs when the patient can understand written and/or verbal speech but cannot write or speak to express needs or thoughts.Receptive aphasia occurs when the patient cannot understand written or verbal speech.Dysphagia refers to difficulty swallowing rather than communication.

The Patient Can Follow Directions but Cannot Pronounce Words to Express