The nurse plans to provide instructions about diabetes to a patient who has a low literacy level. Which teaching strategies should the nurse use (select all that apply)?
a. Discourage use of the Internet as a source of health information.
b. Avoid asking the patient about reading abilities and level of education.
c. Provide illustrations and photographs showing various types of insulin.
d. Schedule one-to-one teaching sessions to practice insulin administration.
e. Obtain CDs and DVDs that illustrate how to perform blood glucose testing.
ANS: C, D, E
For patients with low literacy, visual and hands-on learning techniques are most appropriate. The nurse will need to obtain as much information as possible about the patient's reading level in order to provide appropriate learning materials. The nurse should guide the patient to Internet sites established by reputable heath care organizations such as the American Diabetes Association.
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