client education Flashcards
Identify the role of the nurse in relation to client education.
the bridge the gaps between the knowledge of the patient and what they need to know for their health condition and all parts of it
what are the basic principles of learning
relevance, motivation, readiness, participation, reinforcement, organization, feedback, tailoring information to individual needs, active learning, and ensuring the client understands why the information is important to them
what are some considerations when it comes to providing effective client education
assessing the client’s individual needs and learning style, tailoring information to their specific concerns, using clear and concise language, incorporating various teaching methods, checking for understanding through “teach-back” techniques, respecting cultural sensitivities, and ensuring the information provided is relevant and actionable; all while considering potential barriers to learning like literacy levels or cognitive limitations
what are the elements of a teaching plan for clients
learning outcomes
activities
timeline
assessment
learning style
patient understanding
visual aids
active learning
what could happen if there is no documentation done
- the healthcare facility may not be reimbursed for services
- could lead to decreases in staffing and services
client education promotes what?
- the building of skills and assists in helping clients be accountable for their care
- provides clients with the knowledge to make healthy lifestyle changes
- is essential for promoting health, improving health, and providing knowledge on specific things.
Knowles’s fundamental principles of learning include:
relevance - showing why something is relevant and matters
self-directed - letting clients have control over making informed decisions
life-experience - equipping clients to be able to use their knowledge to make decisions
readiness - clients must be ready, willing, and able to learn
task-centered - education is more effective when in relation to life experiences
motivation - knowing that a clients own motivation is vital for real learning to take place
Why do you think internal motivation is more vital to stimulating learning than external motivation?
Both motivators must be present for learning. However, an internal influence has a more significant impact on motivation because it increases the learner’s self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.
factors that promote learning
- Perceived benefit - make sure they know how it will help
- Enhanced health literacy - do they understand it?
- Nonjudgmental support
- Quiet, low-stimulus environment - no distractions
- Repetition - more than once
- feedback - helpful, not hateful
factors that hinder learning
- emotional concerns -> Fear, anxiety, depression
Lack of motivation
Environmental distractions
Psychomotor deficits
Physical discomfort ->(fatigue, pain)
Timing
examples of fine motor skills
opening medicine packages, writing symptoms, administering injections, performing dressing changes
examples of gross motor skills
performing a range of motion, walking, self-propelling a wheelchair
A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse to the unit. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the importance of documentation of client education?
client documentation can improve staffing and services
A nurse is reviewing a client’s plan of care. “The client will ambulate 20 feet using a walker” is the desired outcome. Which of the following aspects of the SMART goal should the nurse identify as missing from the outcome?
timed
A nurse is teaching a group of newly licensed nurses about client education. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
client education can improve self-care at home
A nurse is discussing the nurse’s role in client education with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of a nurse’s role?
nurses make up the greatest percentage of members on a heath care team
A nurse is planning a smoking cessation program for a client. Which of the following actions is a component of SMART outcome goals?
providing a time frame to accomplish the outcome
A nurse is admitting a client for surgery. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to determine the client’s health literacy level and learning needs?
how comfortable are you with filling out medical forms by yourself?
A nurse is reviewing the goals of client education with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Improvement of health.
Provide knowledge about an illness or injury.
Health promotion.
A nurse is participating in a question-and-answer session with a client. Which of the following domains of learning uses this type of client education?
cognitive domain
A nurse is evaluating a client’s plan of care. The desired outcome of having the client sit on the side of the bed by the end of shift was not met. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
determine is different nursing interventions are required