A Parent Who Has a Hearing Impairment Is Presented with a Number

A parent who has a hearing impairment is presented with a number of challenges in parenting.Which nursing approaches are appropriate for working with hearing-impaired new parents? (Select all that apply.)

A) Use devices that transform sound into light.
B) Assume that the patient knows sign language.
C) Speak quickly and loudly.
D) Ascertain whether the patient can read lips before teaching.
E) Written messages aid in communication.

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