In preparing a teaching plan for adult clients, the nurse incorporates evidence-based information. The nurse recognizes that evidence obtained about adult learners identified that this group pre-ferred which of the following methods of learning?
a. Computer-assisted instruction
b. Traditional classroom settings
c. Long sessions with lots of technical information
d. Effective communication techniques
D
Adults have a wide variety of personal and life experiences to draw on. Therefore adult learning is enhanced when adults are encouraged to use these experiences to solve problems. Evi-dence-based information indicates that adult clients prefer effective communication techniques.
Evidence-based information indicates that computer-assisted learning is not a preferred method of instruction by many adult learners. As clients become more comfortable with computers, this preference may change.
Evidence-based information indicates that not all clients are comfortable in classroom settings or in support groups. Other educational opportunities should be available.
Adult learners prefer short teaching sessions without lots of technical information.
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