Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) Practice Exam

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What type of aphasia involves difficulty in expressing thoughts verbally?

Receptive aphasia
Expressive aphasia
Global aphasia
Dysarthria

The correct answer is: Expressive aphasia

Expressive aphasia is characterized by difficulty in articulating thoughts verbally, despite the individual's ability to understand language. This type of aphasia primarily impacts the production of speech, which means that individuals may struggle to find words, form sentences, or use proper grammar. They often know what they want to say but may find it challenging to communicate their ideas verbally. In contrast, receptive aphasia refers to difficulty in understanding spoken or written language while the ability to speak may remain intact. Global aphasia involves severe impairments in both understanding and producing language, while dysarthria is a motor speech disorder that affects the physical ability to speak, rather than the language processes themselves. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for correctly identifying the type of communication difficulties that individuals with various aphasia types experience.