What is the correct sequence of steps in the patient-teaching process? (Select all that apply)
1. Develop a variety of teaching strategies.
2. Assess the specific needs of the patient.
3. Select the teaching method.
4. Assess the patient's willingness to learn.
1, 2, 3, 4
The patient-teaching process begins with an assessment of the needs of the patient and validation of the patient's willingness to learn. Then the method of teaching is selected, and a variety of teaching strategies are developed.
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1. an army officer sacrificing six paratroopers to save 100 prisoners of war. 2. a priest burning down his church because it was defiled by Satanists. 3. a mother jumping off a cliff with her baby to avoid being captured by Indians. 4. murdering captured enemies because they will not divulge military secrets.
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Standard Precautions
A) prevent the spread of infectious diseases. B) are used for all patients. C) reduce the risk of exposure to microorganisms. D) all of the above