The nurse is admitting an elderly client at the change of shift. The client seems to be nodding yes to every question. Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate?
1. The nurse pulls the door shut to minimize the background noise.
2. The nurse raises her voice.
3. The nurse asks the client if he needs a hearing aid.
4. The nurse tells the client that they will talk later.
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Rationale: Pulling the door shut will give privacy and a non-distracting environment.
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