A nurse is providing discharge teaching about home care of a surgical incision to a client who speaks a different language from the nurse. The nurse is communicating with the client using an interpreter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

The correct answer is C: Speak directly to the client. This is important because even when using an interpreter, the nurse should maintain eye contact and address the client directly to establish trust and ensure the message is accurately conveyed. Speaking slowly (choice A) may be helpful, but it is not as crucial as direct communication. Pausing in the middle of sentences (choice B) could lead to confusion. Using gestures (choice D) may not always accurately convey the intended message. Therefore, speaking directly to the client is the most effective way to ensure clear communication and understanding.