Which statements by the nurse indicate a good understanding of patient education/teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Patient education is a standard for professional nursing practice."
b. "Patient teaching falls within the scope of nursing practice."
c. "Patient education is an essential component of safe, patient-centered care."
d. "Patient education is not effective with children."
e. "Patient teaching can increase health care costs."
f. "Patient teaching should be documented in the chart."
A, B, C, F
Patient education has long been a standard for professional nursing practice. All state Nurse Practice Acts acknowledge that patient teaching falls within the scope of nursing practice. Patient education is an essential component of providing safe, patient-centered care. It is important to document evidence of successful patient education in patients' medical records. Patient education is effective for children. Different techniques must be used with children. Creating a well-designed, comprehensive teaching plan that fits a patient's unique learning needs reduces health care costs, improves the quality of care, and ultimately changes behaviors to improve patient outcomes.
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