A Patient Reports Difficulty Hearing When Talking to Family Members

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient reports difficulty hearing when talking to family members on the telephone. Which technologies should the nurse consider when replying to this patient?. Select all that apply.

• A) TTY telephones
• B) Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP)
• C) Videoconferencing
• D) Analog rather than digital telephone
• E) Special telephone with higher volume

---

Definitions:

Frustration

A negative emotional state resulting from blocked goals or unmet needs.

Stalkers

Individuals who persistently pursue or follow others in a way that causes fear or distress.

Socially Incompetent

Lacking the skills, abilities, or confidence to interact effectively in social situations, often leading to difficulties in communication and forming relationships.

Self-precipitated Murder

A situation where an individual's actions or behaviors intentionally provoke another person to commit murder against them.