Which Action Should the Nurse Take When Providing Patient Teaching

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which action should the nurse take when providing patient teaching to a 76-yr-old patient with mild presbycusis?

• A)Use patient education handouts rather than discussion.
• B)Use a higher-pitched tone of voice to provide instructions.
• C)Ask for permission to turn off the television before teaching.
• D)Wait until family members have left before initiating teaching.

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