The nurse plans teaching for a 47-year-old woman. Which does the nurse use to guide the teaching plan? Adult learners:
1. Emphasize learning that is required for current needs
2. Are dependent on the teacher to bring them knowledge
3. Perceive themselves as dependent and needing direction
4. Are likely to relinquish control to other family members
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1. Adults learners want to learn information and skills for current needs; the nurse emphasizes client teaching for current health problems and plans less teaching about preventive strategies because they address potential future health problems. If the client has a high risk for potential health problems, however, the duty the nurse owes the client is to present the information in such a manner that the material addresses a current health need.
2. Adult learners tend to gain knowledge proactively.
3 and 4. Adult learners tend to perceive themselves as independent and self-directed and are unlikely to relinquish control to others.
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