A Patient Has a Hearing Loss

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient has a hearing loss. To communicate with the person, do the following except

• A) State the topic of conversation first
• B) Use simple words and short sentences
• C) Shout when talking to the person
• D) Keep conversations and discussions short

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Definitions:

Strokes

A medical condition caused by the interruption of blood supply to a part of the brain, leading to sudden loss of neurological function.

Inherent Risk Factors

Aspects or conditions that exist within an individual or environment by nature, which may predispose them to certain diseases or accidents without external intervention.

CVD

Cardiovascular disease, encompassing a range of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, such as coronary artery disease and stroke.

Characteristics

Distinctive traits, qualities, or attributes that define or identify a person, object, or phenomenon.