What is it about?
Deafness is increasingly prevalent due to damage to the inner ear, and longevity. This short editorial hopes to increase understanding of deafness in residential care.
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Why is it important?
Residents and care staff can suffer from deafness. Staff can make adjustments to facilitate communication
Perspectives
Several members of my family and many patients/clients suffer from hearing problems. It is important to try to minimise the effect by using alternative communication, as well as ensuring you have a person's attention before you speak.
Mrs Julie I Swann
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This page is a summary of: UK Deaf Awareness Week: 2–8 May 2022, Nursing and Residential Care, April 2022, Mark Allen Group,
DOI: 10.12968/nrec.2022.0022.
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