The client's son tells the nurse that his mother is unable to learn about new medications because of her older age. Which does the nurse include in family teaching?
1. Older clients lack the motivation to learn.
2. Older clients can learn if one speaks loudly.
3. Visual aids are not helpful for older adults.
4. Ability to learn remains intact despite aging.
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4. The nurse instructs the family that older clients are willing and able to learn new things, including how to self-administer new medications; in fact, nursing research indicates learning new things is a stimulant for improved cognitive function. Learning can take more time for older clients, but they are capable nonetheless.
1. Lack of motivation is a generalization about older clients.
2. Many older clients have a hearing impairment, so the nurse speaks clearly and di-rectly in front of the client to facilitate hearing.
3. Visual aids are as helpful for older adults as they are for any age group. Using vis-ual aids is more dependent on the clients learning style than on age.
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