In educating an older adult client, how can the nurse have a good indication that the client understands the discharge instructions regarding the medication?
a. Receive demonstration feedback from the client.
b. Discharge the client after ascertaining that he or she has no questions.
c. Ask the client to explain the instructions to the friend.
d. Ask the client if he or she has any questions.
a. Receive demonstration feedback from the client.
FEEDBACK:
a. Demonstration feedback from the client is the best method for a nurse to ascertain that the client understands. Older adults may not hear or understand the instructions clearly. In addition, return demonstration and feedback allow time for the client to ask questions.
b. Discharging the client who has no questions could potentially lead to medication administration errors because of lack of understanding on behalf of the client or the inability to hear the instructions. .
c. Explaining the instructions to the friend is incorrect because the friend may not understand the directions or be present at all times. .
d. Asking the client if he or she has any questions may be problematic if the client is afraid to ask a question or cannot hear the question. .
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