A home health nurse states to her client, "I am very proud of you. You gave your first insulin injection without a problem. You have done wonderfully and are learning fast." What technique is the nurse using to compliment the client's progress?
A) Reinforcement
B) Motivation
C) Health promotion
D) Positive feedback
Ans: D
Feedback:
Important keys to success when evaluating learning are consistent, immediate, and frequent positive reinforcement, and teaching a small number of skills at any one time, thus creating a high possibility that the learner will master them.
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