What communication technique should the nurse use when communicating with an unresponsive patient?
a. Avoid speaking directly to the patient
b. Assume verbal stimuli are heard
c. Speak in a loud voice
d. Use simple words
ANS: B
A person interacting with an unresponsive patient should assume all sounds and verbal stimuli have the potential of being heard by the patient.
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