In order to best address the educational needs of a patient diagnosed with cognitive impairment, the teaching plan should incorporate which strategy?
a. Repetition of both the information and practice opportunities
b. Use of music therapy for reducing anxiety while learning
c. Providing specific patient-focused instructions for attainment of outcomes
d. Asking the patient to verbally repeat the information using his or her own words
A
When barriers have been identified, particular strategies can be incorporated into the teaching plan to help the patient retain and use the information. As with any learner, but especially for the cognitively impaired patient, repeating the information, presenting information in ways that engage multiple sensory avenues, and providing opportunities for practice and feedback promote learning for psychiatric patients.
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