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hbsimmons88

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A patient will be discharged home with a Foley catheter in situ and has been provided with a leg bag. The nurse has consequently provided education on the techniques for managing the catheter and leg bag.
 
  How should the nurse best evaluate the effectiveness of this health education?
  A) Ask the patient directly if he understands the management of the leg bag.
  B) Reiterate the correct management techniques for the patient in summary.
  C) Ask the patient to demonstrate and describe the necessary techniques.
  D) Clearly answer any questions that the patient may have about the management of the leg bag.

Question 2

The nurse wants to ensure wholeness when caring for patients. Which term best defines wholeness as it relates to the work of the nurse healer?
 
  A) Optimal function
  B) Maximal self-care
  C) Spiritual well-being
  D) Physiological integrity



mcarey591

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A
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The nurse healer assists the patient in returning to wholenessthat is, optimal function and harmony among body, mind, and spirit. This is a fundamental concept of the holistic model. Wholeness does not refer to maximal self-care, spiritual well-being, or physiological integrity.



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