A nurse is working with a client who has moderate hearing loss. Communication adaptations the nurse uses include (Select all that apply)
a. enunciating words clearly.
b. facing the client directly.
c. slowing the speech down.
d. speaking very loudly.
A, B, C
Options a, b, and c will help the hearing-impaired client hear and understand you. Speaking very loudly, or shouting, is unnecessary.
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