In performing a voice test to assess hearing, which of these actions would the nurse perform?

A. Shield the lips: Shielding the lips ensures the patient is not lip-reading but should not muffle the sound. B. Whisper random numbers and letters: The whisper test involves standing behind the patient, whispering a series of numbers and letters, and asking the patient to repeat them. C. Occlude outside noise: Asking the patient to occlude one ear may alter test results. D. Stand approximately 4 feet away: The whisper test is typically performed from 1-2 feet behind the patient.