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RODY.ELKHALIL · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which statements by the nurse indicate a good understanding of patient education/teaching? (Select all that apply.)

a. Patient education is a standard for professional nursing practice.
b. Patient teaching falls within the scope of nursing practice.
c. Patient education is an essential component of safe, patient-centered care.
d. Patient education is not effective with children.
e. Patient teaching can increase health care costs.
f. Patient teaching should be documented in the chart.

Question 2

An 18-year-old male patient informs the nurse that he isn't sure if he is homosexual because he is attracted to both genders. The nurse establishes a trusting relationship patient by saying

a. Don't worry. It's just a phase you will grow out of.
b. Those are abnormal impulses. You should seek therapy.
c. At your age, it is normal to be curious about both genders.
d. Having questions about sexuality is normal. Have you noticed any changes in the way this makes you feel about yourself?

Mholman93 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, F
Patient education has long been a standard for professional nursing practice. All state Nurse Practice Acts acknowledge that patient teaching falls within the scope of nursing practice. Patient education is an essential component of providing safe, patient-centered care. It is important to document evidence of successful patient education in patients' medical records. Patient education is effective for children. Different techniques must be used with children. Creating a well-designed, comprehensive teaching plan that fits a patient's unique learning needs reduces health care costs, improves the quality of care, and ultimately changes behaviors to improve patient outcomes.

Answer to Question 2

C
Young adults have questions about sexuality. The patient will feel most comfortable discussing his sexual concerns further if the nurse establishes that it is normal to ask questions about sexuality. The nurse can then discuss in greater detail. Although it is normal for young adults to be curious about sexuality, the nurse should use caution in giving advice on taking sexual action. The nurse should promote safe sex practices. Telling the patient not to worry dismisses his concern. Telling the patient that he is abnormal might offend the patient and prevent him from establishing an open relationship.