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

A. "I will use a loud tone of voice when speaking with the client.": Using a loud voice is unnecessary and can be perceived as patronizing. Expressive aphasia affects the client’s ability to communicate verbally, not their hearing, so volume does not improve understanding. B. "I will repeat words not heard by the client.": Repeating words is not effective for clients with expressive aphasia, as their difficulty is in expressing language, not in hearing or comprehension. Repetition does not address the communication barrier. C. "I will over articulate words when speaking.": Over-articulation is not typically helpful and may confuse the client. Clear, simple language and appropriate pacing are more effective than exaggerating speech. D. "I will get the client's attention before speaking.": This statement indicates understanding of effective communication strategies for expressive aphasia. Gaining the client’s attention helps ensure they are focused and ready to process language, facilitating better interaction and comprehension.