A nurse is caring for a client who is newly diagnosed with cancer and receiving a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). Upon analysis, the nurse determines that the client is an affective learner
Which type of learning situation would the client learn from best? A) Having the client make a poster with the equipment from the PICC line
B) Having the client prepare notes related to the PICC line to be discussed with the physician
C) Having the client attend a group support meeting of people with PICC lines
D) Having the client look online for information related to the PICC line
C
Feedback:
An affective learner learns best when the information is presented with consideration of the client's thoughts/feelings, values, or beliefs. Having a client attend a group support meeting with individuals having similar life struggles provides the opportunity for the client to learn how best to live with the new diagnosis and care for themselves. Making a poster with equipment is helpful for a psychomotor learner. Preparing notes and learning online is helpful for a cognitive learner.
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