A client recently had a total laryngectomy and plans to use an artificial larynx for speech. The common problem the nurse would address regarding the artificial larynx is that
a. it is a device that is difficult to use.
b. it has a masculine-sounding voice quality.
c. it has a monotone speech quality.
d. it causes neck discomfort.
C
The speech quality is monotone and mechanical sounding but intelligible. The artificial larynx can be used starting about 3-4 days after surgery.
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