What method of communication can be used with a hearing-impaired patient?
A) Talking into the more-impaired ear
B) Using gestures
C) Grimacing
D) Talking loudly
Ans: B
Feedback: Strategies such as talking into the less-impaired ear and using gestures and facial expressions can help. Therefore options A, C, and D are incorrect
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