The nurse caring for a client with a conductive hearing loss would enhance communication by facing the client and
a. lowering the pitch of the voice.
b. speaking loudly.
c. speaking slowly.
d. using lip movement to shape words.
A
Conduction hearing loss occurs in the higher frequencies. Loud, slow, or exaggerated movements may confuse the client.
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