The nurse suspects that the client has a hearing disorder;however,the client denies not being able to hear.What initial assessment technique should the nurse employ?

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Observing the client's interaction with significant others can help the nurse determine if the client is having difficulties understanding conversations or missing important information. This can provide valuable information about the client's hearing abilities, even if the client denies having any issues. Confronting the client with the nurse's suspicion may cause the client to become defensive and less cooperative. The use of an otoscope is not needed for this initial assessment, and scheduling a Weber and Rinne test may not be necessary until further assessment is completed.

The Nurse Suspects That the Client Has a Hearing Disorder;however,the