A nurse is attempting to obtain information from a child who is hearing impaired. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Stand above the child's eye level when speaking: The nurse should be at eye level with the child to facilitate lip reading and better communication. B. Talk directly into the child's impaired ear: This can be uncomfortable and is not effective. The nurse should speak directly to the child, allowing them to use any residual hearing or hearing aids. C. Speak loudly to the child: Speaking loudly can distort the sounds and make understanding more difficult for hearing-impaired individuals. D. Speak slowly while facing the child: Speaking slowly and facing the child ensures that they can read lips and facial expressions, which aids in understanding.