An older-adult patient is wearing a hearing aid. Which technique should the nurse use to facilitate communication?

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Turning off the television will facilitate communication. Patients who are hearing impaired benefit when the following techniques are used: check for hearing aids and glasses, reduce environmental noise, get the patient's attention before speaking, do not chew gum, and speak at normal volume-do not shout. Using at least 14-point print is for sight/visually impaired, not hearing impaired.

An Older-Adult Patient Is Wearing a Hearing Aid