Asked by Cierra Eckhardt on Jul 14, 2024
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The nurse suspects that Mr.Clayton has a hearing deficit; however,Mr.Clayton denies not being able to hear.Which intervention can the nurse use to improve communication with Mr.Clayton?
A) Turn the radio on to soft music before initiating the conversation
B) Frequently vary the volume of his or her voice throughout each sentence
C) Talk very slowly,in a loud voice into Mr.Clayton's ear
D) Ensure that Mr.Clayton can see the nurse's face easily and that the room is well lit
Hearing Deficit
A reduction in the ability to perceive sounds, ranging from slight difficulty to total deafness.
Communication
The process of transferring information, ideas, and feelings between two or more people through verbal or non-verbal means.
- Apply effective communication techniques with patients who have sensory deficits.
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Bibhuti PandaJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Ensuring that Mr.Clayton can see the nurse's face easily and that the room is well lit would help him to better understand the nurse's nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions and gestures, and also help him to read lips if needed. The other options (A, B, C) do not address the issue of possible hearing deficit and may further complicate communication.
Learning Objectives
- Apply effective communication techniques with patients who have sensory deficits.
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