A nurse is caring for a client who has had a laryngectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to assist the client in overcoming communication barriers?

After a laryngectomy, the client has lost the ability to speak verbally. A picture board is an effective augmentative communication tool that allows the client to point to images to express needs, feelings, and responses. Speaking louder does not help a client who cannot vocalize. High-contrast print addresses visual impairment, not loss of voice. Yes/no questions are actually helpful for clients who cannot speak, as they can nod or use hand signals — avoiding them limits communication.