The nurse is teaching the patient an activity the patient needs to learn by the time this teaching session is over. Which objectives for this patient clarify that learning has taken place?
a. The patient's face shows understanding while the nurse is explaining.
b. The patient smiles after each instruction is given during the teaching session.
c. The patient describes the information at the end of the session.
d. The patient looks the nurse directly in the face during the session.
ANS: C
The best objectives are clearly stated by describing the desired patient performance and what makes it acceptable. Feedback is essential to determine whether learning has taken place.
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