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

Choice A reason: Standing 6 feet away is too far for a whisper test, which is typically done at 1–2 feet. Whispering words for repetition is the standard method, so this is incorrect for hearing assessment. Choice B reason: Occluding one ear tests unilateral hearing but isn’t the primary voice test method. Whispering random words and checking repetition directly assesses hearing, so this is not the best action. Choice C reason: Whispering random numbers, words, or letters at 1–2 feet and asking the patient to repeat them is the standard voice test for hearing. This method is effective, making it the correct choice. Choice D reason: Shielding lips muffles sound unnecessarily and prevents lip-reading, which isn’t the goal. Clear whispering and repetition test auditory function, so this is incorrect for the voice test.