You are providing nutrition education and diet instruction to a special needs patient with a low literacy level. Which of these are important to include?
a. education that builds on the patient's social networks, information is visually based & interactive, and nutrition instruction is culturally acceptable
b. education includes use of self-help feeding devices and information targets any physical delays that may affect nutritional needs
c. information is given in a team member approach with a speech pathologist determining the treatment plan for feeding
d. education is individual and emphasizes wellness & disease prevention
Answer: a. education that builds on the patient's social networks, information is visually based & interactive, and nutrition instruction is culturally acceptable
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