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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