A client is being discharged, and needs instructions on wound ...

[joesmith1212]

A client is being discharged, and needs instructions on wound care. When planning to teach the client, the nurse should:
 
  1. identify the client's learning needs and advise the client on what to do.
  2. provide pamphlets and videotapes for ongoing learning.
  3. identify the client's learning needs and learning ability.
  4. identify the client's problems and make the appropriate referral.

Question 2

After hearing a diagnosis a client requests a second opinion. The nurse supports and promotes the client's rights. In what capacity is the nurse acting for the client?
 
  1. Teacher
  2. Supporter
  3. Advisor
  4. Advocate

[ricroger]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3

1. The nurse is discouraged from advising the client. Decisions are made with the client.
2. The client needs primary instruction on wound care before providing tools for ongoing learning. 3. As a teacher, the nurse first assesses the needs of the client and then determines the client's ability to learn.
4. The nurse is responsible for determining the learning needs of the client. In some instances, such as wound care, a referral may be made to a wound care nurse. However, the nurse giving care is responsible for the initial determination of needs and abilities.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. The nurse assumes the role of teacher when providing the client with information.
2. Supporting the client means that the nurse offers encouragement when the client makes decisions.
3. Nurses are discouraged from advising the client. The role of the nurse is to present the available options and the consequences of each choice.
4. As an advocate, the nurse protects the client's right to self-determination, one of which is seeking a second opinion.