A patient with which condition may have trouble understanding nonverbal communication?

Individuals with visual impairment may have difficulty understanding nonverbal communication because they rely heavily on visual cues to interpret emotions and intentions. Nonverbal communication includes facial expressions, gestures, and body language, all of which are observed through sight. Without the ability to see these cues, a person with visual impairment may struggle to fully engage in social interactions and may misinterpret or miss important nonverbal signals.

In contrast, while hearing impairment can affect the ability to hear verbal communication, individuals can still perceive nonverbal cues. Limited mobility does not directly impair one’s ability to interpret nonverbal signals, as these signals are primarily visual. Chronic pain may affect a person's ability to engage socially or express themselves but does not inherently affect their understanding of nonverbal communication aspects. Thus, visual impairment poses a direct challenge to the understanding of nonverbal forms of communication.