The nurse is teaching an elderly man who has hearing challenges. What is the best way to help this patient meet those challenges?
a. Speak loudly into the patient's ear.
b. Give the information to the patient's family.
c. Stand to the patient's side and speak normally.
d. Give the patient written information.
ANS: D
A growing number of patients are elderly and may present certain challenges to the nurse in ensuring that they can hear, understand, and accept suggestions. Although speaking clearly to patients is important, much of the teaching patients need will be given in writing. How and what is written are very important if we wish to send the right message.
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