A charge nurse is discussing communication techniques to use with a client who has hearing loss with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates the teaching was effective?

A. “I will overarticulate words when speaking.": Overarticulating words can distort speech and make it more difficult for a client with hearing loss to understand. Clear, normal articulation combined with visual cues is more effective for communication. B. “I will repeat words not heard by the client": Repeating words is useful, but it is a secondary strategy. Effective communication begins with proper positioning and visual cues, which enhance understanding before repetition is needed. C. “I will speak in a loud voice when addressing the client.": Speaking louder does not necessarily improve comprehension and can distort speech. Many clients with hearing loss benefit more from clear, normal-volume speech and lip-reading rather than increased volume. D. “I will face the client when speaking": Facing the client allows them to use visual cues, such as lip reading and facial expressions, which significantly improves understanding. This technique is the primary and most effective communication strategy for clients with hearing loss.