CommunicationQuestion 872 of 1700
A resident with impaired thinking is asked, “What do you want for lunch?” and seems confused. How can you adapt your question?
- Ask the same question again in a louder voice
- Offer a choice, such as a sandwich or soup
- List every food on the menu so the resident can pick
- Choose the lunch yourself and tell the resident
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Correct answer: Offer a choice, such as a sandwich or soup
A simple choice lets the resident decide without too many options.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 1.2: The Communication Process
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026