The nurse used a combination of spoken and written information to teach a patient about the medications he will be taking when he leaves the hospital. What is another teaching resource available to the patient that can provide him with the latest
information once he is home?
a.
A direct phone number to an on-call nurse
b.
A website's navigational address
c.
All written informational material in a neat folder
d.
A list of journal articles with direct information
ANS: B
The Internet is becoming a source of up-to-date health information, not only for nurses but for patients as well. Many Internet sites meet the needs of both. Patients should be aware that not all information presented on the Internet is accurate or appropriate.
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