The nurse is working with a client who has a moderate hearing impairment. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote communication with this client?
a. Use a louder than normal tone of voice.
b. Use visual aids such as the hands and eyes when speaking to the client.
c. Approach a client quietly from behind before speaking.
d. Select a public area to have a conversation with the client.
B
To promote communication with the client who has a hearing impairment, the nurse should use visible expressions, such as speaking with the hands, face, or eyes.
A normal tone of voice and inflections of speech should be used when communicating with a client who has a hearing impairment.
The nurse should get the client's attention and not startle the client when entering a room. The nurse should not approach a client from behind.
It is best to select a quiet environment without background noise to facilitate communication when a client is hearing impaired.
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