Mr. Henderson is a 64-year-old patient whose wife insisted that he have his hearing tested because he often does not hear her when she speaks to him. When you speak to him, he answers, but some of his answers do not seem appropriate, and you suspect that he has not heard you or has misinterpreted what you said. Which of the following actions can you take to help make sure Mr. Henderson understands the questions you ask during the interview?
A. Speak in clear, high-pitched tones
B. Speak more loudly
C. Face the patient while speaking to him
D. Speak more slowly
E. Emphasize your lip movements
Answer: C
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