A client with progressive hearing loss appears distressed when the registered nurse (rn) asks open-ended questions about the client's health history. which forms of communication should the rn use?

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A client with progressive hearing loss appears distressed when the registered nurse (RN) asks open-ended questions about the client's health history. The forms of communication to be used by the RN are:

  • Face the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.
  • Check if the client's hearing aides are working properly.
  • Reduce environmental noise surrounding the client.

What is progressive hearing loss?

A progressive hearing loss is one that worsens (becomes more severe) with time. It might be difficult to notice a progressive hearing loss when it occurs slowly over time.

However, if our hearing deteriorates over a shorter period of time, we are more likely to detect the change.

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A client with progressive hearing loss appears distressed when the registered nurse (RN) asks open-ended questions about the client's health history. Which forms of communication should the RN use?

  1. Face the client so the client can see the RN's mouth.
  2. Increase one's speech volume when interacting with the client.
  3. Repeat information to the client if misunderstood.
  4. Check if the client's hearing aides are working properly.
  5. Reduce environmental noise surrounding the client.