What is an important nursing intervention when working with a patient who has self-care deficits in activities of daily living?
A) To provide an optimal learning environment with minimal distractions
B) To have the patient express satisfaction with the extent of independence achieved in home care activities
C) To know the requirements of assisted-living centers
D) To allow no distractions during teaching/learning events
Ans: A
Feedback: The nurse's role is to provide an optimal learning environment that minimizes distractions. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they are not nursing interventions.
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