A nurse has been progressively working with a patient on the exercises he needs to do at home when he is discharged. The nurse wants to ensure he will remember what to do when he is at home
Which teaching strategy is most appropriate for this situation? a. Discussion c. Audiovisual media
b. Demonstration and practice d. Written
D
Written media, such as brochures, pamphlets, patient pathways, and booklets, are common in outpatient and inpatient areas of health care. Demonstration and practice would be useful throughout the hospitalization to make sure the patient is performing the exercises correctly. Discussion and audiovisual media would be appropriate in the assessment and intervention portion of learning; however, written material may be reviewed by the patient after returning home.
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