The nurse is engaged in an information teaching session with a client. Which of the following would be appropriate to instruct during an informal teaching session?

Question

1. Expected effects of a new medication
2. Instruction on leg exercises to be used after surgery
3. How to use an incentive spirometer
4. Diet and medications to manage a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus

Answer 1

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Instruction can be either informal or formal. Informal instruction occurs intermittently and frequently during the course of client care. These instructions are simple, relate to the disease process, and answer client questions. Providing the expected effects of a new medication is a type of information instruction. Formal instructions are deliberate with specific goals and an evaluation process. Instructing on postoperative leg exercises, the use of an incentive spirometer, and diet and medications to manage a new health diagnosis are all examples of formal instruction.