A nursing instructor explains that for learning to truly take place, the information must be reinforced. A student demonstrates understanding by saying:
1. "I must first teach patients about the history of their conditions."
2. "I need to make sure the patient knows what medications will be prescribed."
3. "I must return to the most important topic and teach it again last so the patient will remember it."
4. "I must slowly explain the disease process to the patient."
ANS: 3
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