The nurse is caring for a patient who had abdominal surgery 3 days ago and will be discharged home later today. The nurse will know that teaching is effective if the patient does which of the following? Choose all that apply
1) Describes clinical findings associated with infection
2) Performs the dressing change as prescribed
3) Demonstrates freedom from surgical incision pain
4) Completes the regimen of prescribed antibiotics
ANS: 1, 2, 4
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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The older adult asks the nurse how dietary supplements will help support health. What is the best response by the nurse?
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