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MirandaLo · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A client requires teaching about a newly prescribed medication. The nurse recognizes that in order to support the learning process of the client, the teaching process should include

a. all parties needing information.
b. only immediate family members.
c. the preferred communication style of the nurse.
d. limited cultural recognition of learning needs.

Question 2

A client visits the wound clinic for treatment of an infected nonhealing leg ulcer. The nurse recognizes the client is in the precontemplation stage of change. When interacting with this client, the nurse should

a. provide the client with informational feedback to raise awareness of the health problem and health risks involved.
b. allow open discussion related to the pros and cons of changing the client's current behavior.
c. assist the client in justifying a positive commitment toward making healthier lifestyle changes.
d. assist the client in choosing the best course of action to take in resolving the current problem.

pocatato · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
In many cultures, the family assumes a primary role in care of the client even when the client is physically and emotionally capable of self-care. Including them, and especially those expected to support the learning process of the client from the outset, in all aspects of health teaching for health promotion is important. The culturally sensitive nurse develops knowledge of the preferred communication style of different cultural groups and uses this knowledge in choosing teaching strategies. Client motivation and participation increase with the use of indigenous teachers and cultural recognition of learning needs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
In the precontemplation stage of change, a suggested approach is to raise doubt by giving informational feedback to raise awareness of a problem and health risks.