Which nursing action is most appropriate when communicating with a client who has a hearing deficit?
A) Overarticulating words in order for the client to understand
B) Using shorter phrases, which tend to be easier to understand than longer ones
C) Varying the volume of voice, which is easier to understand than one consistent volume
D) Writing ideas or pantomiming as appropriate in order for the client to understand
Answer: D
Writing ideas and pantomiming as appropriate are acceptable forms of communication for a client who has a hearing deficit. The nurse should not overarticulate words, use short phrases, or vary the volume of voice because these things make it more difficult to understand for the client with a hearing deficit.
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