Patient Education Flashcards
Domains of learning
Cognitive
Affective
Psychomotor
Cognitive
-requires thinking, storage/recall of info
-one-to-one instruction
-written materials
Affective
-Expression of feelings
-Development of attitudes, opinions, or values
-One-to-one counseling
-Changing a belief about the dangers of smoking
Psychomotor
-Acquisition of skills
-“Hands on” skill
-Demonstration and practice
Retain
10% read
90% speak and do
Health literacy
Understand basic healthcare information
Learning environment
Room:
-Well lit
-Appropriate furniture
-Quiet
-Private
-Comfy temp
Groups
6 or fewer
Learner challenges
Illness
Fatigue
Anxiety
Personal stress
Other physical conditions
Technology based learning issues
Lack of social interaction
Poor learner motivation
Technical difficulties
Lack of access to the internet
Demonstration/Return demonstration is most effective when
-The patient observes the nurse
-Then, during a return demonstration, the patient has a chance to practice the skill
Analogy
Familiar images make complex ones understandable