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When talking with a resident with a hearing loss, the nursing assistant should?

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss, a figure that increases with age. Understanding how to effectively communicate is a core competency for any caregiver, and knowing what to do **when talking with a resident with a hearing loss, the nursing assistant should** employ specific strategies to ensure clear and respectful interactions.