A male client age 61 years has been admitted to a medical unit with a diagnosis of pancreatitis secondary to alcohol use. Which of the client's following statements suggests that nurses' education has resulted in affective learning?
A) "I'm starting to see how my lifestyle has caused me to end up here."
B) "I understand why they're not letting me eat anything for the time being."
C) "My intravenous drip will keep me from getting dehydrated right now."
D) "I can see how things could have been much worse if I hadn't gotten to the hospital when I did."
Ans: A
The client's understanding of his contribution to his problem demonstrates a shift in attitude and feelings that is characteristic of affective learning. Understanding the treatment, course, and prognosis of his illness are aspects of cognitive learning.
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