Reference no: EM133894278

Question

Lena, who was born and raised in Germany, has been at an aged care facility for two weeks. She doesn't speak English very well and finds it difficult to understand things that people say. She usually smiles and nods her head when people speak to her. She thinks it's easier for her to do this.

Annie is Lenaas care worker, select the four appropriate strategies Annie need to take to communicate effectively with Lena.

1. Annie should only smile and nod her head back at Lena.

2. Annie should also get help from others who speaks German.

3. Annie should carefully observe/ listen to Lena and use illustrations, photos and diagrams to help get messages across to Lena

4. Annie should also try to learn some simple German words or use communication chart to assist Lena

5.  Annie should also seek assistance of interpreters, if required

6. Annie should leave the issue, as it take some time for Lena to learn English.