The nurse will determine that more teaching is needed if a patient with discomfort from a bunion says, "I will
a. give away my high-heeled shoes."
b. take ibuprofen (Motrin) if I need it."
c. use the bunion pad to cushion the area."
d. only wear sandals, no closed-toe shoes."
ANS: D
The patient can wear shoes that have a wide forefoot. The other patient statements indicate that the teaching has been effective.
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