The content and method of presentation in the critical care unit vary because
a. of the different admitting diagnoses.
b. of the uniqueness of each patient's clinical and emotional status.
c. all patients are on ventilators and cannot talk.
d. patients are heavily sedated and may not comprehend teaching.
B
Determination of the content taught in the critical care unit depends on the patient's clinical and emotional status and varies with each patient. The nurse must pay attention to the perceptions of the environment by the patient and family and alter the teaching and learning encounter accordingly. Patients who are unable to speak still can learn using alternative communication methods. Patients who are heavily sedated still can hear and feel what is going on in their environment. Communication during procedures is key to making the patient comfortable.
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