MC The nurse is teaching a group of elderly clients. The nurse should try to circumvent hearing loss by
A. Using a higher-pitched voice.
B. Employing verbal teaching techniques.
C. Facing the listener while speaking.
D. Using background music.
C. Facing the listener while speaking.
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