To BEST communicate with a geriatric patient who has diminished hearing, the AEMT should do which one of the following?
A) Increase both the pitch and volume of your voice.
B) Ask the family members about the patient's history.
C) Try to communicate using sign language.
D) Be sure the patient has his hearing aid in place.
Answer: D
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