Which action by the nurse demonstrates understanding of a best practice intervention for client education?
A. Breaking complex skills into small parts
B. Using only visual and oral educational aids
C. Providing standardized educational information
D. Using client goals developed by the nursing staff
A
Best practices for adult learning include the following: breaking complex skills and information into small parts; assessing willingness to learn, including family/significant others in the education as appropriate; assessing factors that may influence learning, such as educational level; using psychomotor skills in addition to visual aids to enhance learning; and providing the client with a contact for follow-up questions.
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