On one of the first days working alone, the novice nurse must provide teaching on tracheotomy care to the client as well as the client's spouse. This nurse is not familiar with the teaching aspect. The best action for the nurse is to:
a) ASk the nurse mentor to assist with the teaching after reviewing the procedure
b) Read the policy and procedure manual before the teaching session
c) Do the best the nurse can by remembering what was taught in nursing school
d) ASk for a different assignment until the nurse feels comfortable with this one
Ans: a) ASk the nurse mentor to assist with the teaching after reviewing the procedure
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