A patient experiences expressive aphasia after a stroke.Which expected outcome is appropriate for this patient?

A) Uses alternative methods of communication
B) Communicates effectively using a translator
C) Interprets messages accurately
D) Follows commands when asked

An appropriate outcome for a patient with expressive aphasia is "Uses alternative methods of communication." Expressive aphasia means the patient cannot verbalize his intended message; however,the patient may be able to understand and to communicate in other ways."Communicates effectively using a translator" is an appropriate outcome for a patient who is unfamiliar with the dominant language."Interprets messages accurately" and "Follows commands when asked" are appropriate outcomes for the patient with receptive,not expressive,aphasia.