The nurse is developing a long-range care plan for a client diagnosed with a hereditary hearing disorder that is progressive. The nurse should include which of the following in the plan?
1. Communication instruction
2. Learning to avoid same exposure that caused the disorder
3. Delaying use of assistive devices
4. Minimize effects of hearing disorder
Communication instruction
Rationale: Since the disorder will result in a change in ability to hear, the plan should include communication instruction such as sign language and use of hearing aids. The disorder is hereditary and was not caused by an exposure. Assistive devices should be used as soon as they can be of benefit. The client should understand the disorder and the changes that will result so that effective long-range planning can be done.
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