A school nurse is putting together a program for adolescents about positive lifestyle choices. What should the nurse keep in mind when preparing content to present to this age group?
1. Based on learning outcomes
2. Current
3. Adjusted to the adolescent client
4. Based on sources available within the school system
5. Consistent with the teaching topics
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Rationale: Nurses can select among many sources of information, including books, nursing journals, and other nurses and physicians. Whatever sources the nurse chooses, content should be based on learning outcomes.
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