A nurse is caring for a client who does not speak the same language as the nurse. Which is a nonverbal form of communication that the nurse can use when communicating with the client and client's family?
A) Using written materials in English
B) Using a picture board
C) Recording assessment details
D) Speaking slowly with expressions
B
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Using a picture board is a nonverbal form of communication among the nurse, the client, and client's family. Using written materials in English, recording assessment details, and speaking slowly with expressions are all verbal forms of communication that involve the use of language.
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