Effective Communication for Deaf or Hard of Hearing Patients in Hospitals is Vital.
Amanda Tuite
CEO / Co-Founder @ Access Vine | Disability Owned Business Enterprise Deaf Accessibility & Inclusion Trainer
Effective communication is key to providing quality healthcare, especially for patients who are deaf or hard of hearing. Hospitals must prioritize effective communication strategies to ensure that these patients receive the same level of care as their hearing counterparts.
When communication between the medical provider and patients is ineffective, it can result in negative outcomes such as misunderstandings, missed reports of symptoms, misdiagnosis, and confusion about medication. Unfortunately, there have been reports from patients who are deaf and do not understand the purpose of their prescribed medication or the importance of taking preventative medication to avoid a heart attack or a stroke.
To create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all patients, hospitals can use tools and resources that meet the unique needs of deaf or hard-of-hearing patients.
Access Vine is a training provider that can help hospitals ensure that every patient receives the care they deserve and that effective communication remains at the heart of quality healthcare.
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Access Vine is a training and outreach service that is dedicated to improving accessibility and inclusion for individuals with hearing loss in the medical field. We offer training and resources on topics such as assistive technology, communication accessibility, and self-advocacy. Our primary goal is to improve accessibility for people who are deaf and hard of hearing in the medical setting. We work with healthcare providers and stakeholders across the country to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive for individuals with hearing loss. We believe that by working together, we can build a more inclusive and accessible healthcare system for everyone. It takes a village.
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10 个月Can I add something that may be slightly overlook such as having deaf interpreter is also another effective communication
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10 个月Thank you for addressing this ongoing issue. People don't generally understand what doesn't affect them directly.
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10 个月Fantastic article! Thank you for bringing these accessibility issues to light! Another thing I run into occasionally in a healthcare setting, is a lack of empathy. It usually presents as them being annoyed, because I’m having trouble understanding what they’re saying. I truly believe that most people think that hearing aids solve the problem, so they think I should just be able to hear like they can. Has this happened to you before?
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10 个月Great article, Amanda. I never ask for CART because I know they’ll be clueless. I always make sure I repeat back and confirm information. When necessary, I have them write it down or a family member goes with me for the important ones. Fortunate to have strong health literacy as I learned from my parents. I need to repost an article as the site it was on is gone. #MerylMots