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A possible goal for a client with a hearing impairment would be, The client will participate in conversations and other social situations. Which nursing intervention is MOST appropriate to attain this goal?
 
  a. consulting social services as needed
  b. identifying hospital and community resources for people who are hearing impaired
  c. speaking slowly and distinctly, giving the client time to respond
  d. using written materials whenever possible to communicate information

Question 2

When a client is first given a hearing aid, the nurse should make sure the client and the family understand that hearing aids:
 
  a. increase the volume of sound and speech, but not necessarily the clarity
  b. improve the quality of sounds heard, but not their volume
  c. stimulate the client's auditory centers
  d. can determine the amount of amplification actually required by the client



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Answer to Question 1

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Nursing intervention for a client with a hearing impairment would include facing the client, speaking slowly and distinctly, and giving the client time to respond.

Answer to Question 2

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Nursing interventions for a client with a hearing aid include teaching the client and the family that a hearing aid will assist with an increase in the volume of sound and speech, but not necessarily the clarity.



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