You have arrived on the scene of an injured person. The person has been identified by the police as having a hearing impairment. What is the best way to communicate with this person?
A) Use written words or pictures; it is the most effective means of communication.
B) Try to turn up the person's hearing aid so the person can understand you.
C) Shout loudly and make hand gestures.
D) Call for an American Sign Language interpreter to meet you at the hospital.
A
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