The nurse is about to educate a 75-year-old patient on the side effects of a newly prescribed medication. The patient is both hearing and vision impaired. What should be the nurse's primary intervention?
A) Be sure that the patient has glasses on and functioning hearing aids during the discussion.
B) Arrange for the patient's room to be well lighted and quiet during the teaching session.
C) Provide a written explanation to supplement the discussion.
D) Ask that a family member be present during the teaching session.
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