While planning care for a client, the nurse identifies content that would address the client's diagnosis of Deficient Knowledge. The nurse will ensure time is allocated for client instruction because:
1. the client cannot be discharged without it.
2. it is a legal component of the nursing process.
3. it is a nice thing to do for a client.
4. the physician has written an order for instruction.
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Patient education is a legal component of the nursing process that was identified in the Patient's Bill of Rights. Patient education is a necessary function of nursing care. The client could be discharged without receiving instructions. Education is not done because it is a nice thing to do for a client. Client education does not necessitate a physician's order.
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