A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Visually

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client who is visually impaired. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for communication with this client?

• A) Ease into the room without acknowledging presence until the client can be touched.
• B) Speak in a louder tone of voice to make up for lack of visual cues.
• C) Explain reason for touching client before doing so.
• D) Keep communication simple and concrete.

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