Which of the following behaviors shows a newly diagnosed diabetic patient's willingness to learn?
A) The patient requests a visit from the diabetic educator.
B) The patient declines a slice of pie at lunch.
C) The patient has a family member meet with the dietician to discuss meals.
D) The patient allows the nurse to take daily blood sugar.
Ans: A
Feedback: The patient's willingness to learn is expressed through the action of seeking information on his or her own accord. Seeking information shows an emotional readiness to learn.
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