A client who speaks English as a second language needs instruction on self-administration of injectable medications and wound care before being discharged the next day. What should the nurse identify as potential challenges when teaching this client? Select all that apply
1. Lack of time
2. Lack of supplies
3. Various languages
4. Lack of support systems in the home
5. Lack of appropriate readable materials
1, 3, 5
Rationale 1: The client needs to learn two major things before discharge – self-administration of injectable medication and wound care. There might not be enough time for teaching.
Rationale 2: There is no evidence that there is a lack of supplies for teaching.
Rationale 3: The client speaks English as a second language. There might be an issue with languages.
Rationale 4: There is no information to support the client has a lack of support systems in the home.
Rationale 5: Since the client knows English as a second language there might be issues with appropriate reading materials for the client.
Global Rationale:Challenges to providing client education include lack of time, various languages, and lack of appropriate reading materials. There is no evidence that there is a lack of supplies for teaching.There is no information to support the client has a lack of support systems in the home.
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