The nurse is planning the teaching/learning objectives for a patient who comes into the clinic to learn about hormonal therapy and is experiencing stress. What will help the patient's learning process?
a. Covering as many topics as possible at one time
b. Timing the teaching to coincide with visiting hours
c. Teaching the patient while a favorite television program is playing in the background
d. Systematic teaching in a quiet, unhurried setting
ANS: D
Teaching needs to be given in a systematic manner to decrease stress. It needs to be provided in a timely way and in a quiet, unhurried setting that gives the patient a chance to ask questions. If the patient appears to be anxious or in pain, stop and reschedule the session.
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