After assisting a client with insertion of a hearing aid, the nurse would
a. allow the client to adjust volume before speaking.
b. cup hand over the client's ear to check for feedback.
c. explain that the whistling noise will subside in a few minutes.
d. stand in front of the client and speak loudly.
A
After a client has the hearing aid in place, the nurse should allow the client to adjust the volume before speaking.
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