The nurse teaches a patient to self-administer insulin. How can the nurse best evaluate whether the patient understands the instructions?

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Observing the patient as they prepare and inject a dose of insulin is the best way to evaluate whether the patient understands the instructions. This allows the nurse to see if the patient can correctly follow each step of the procedure and identify any errors that may need to be corrected. While having the patient list the steps or repeat information from a pamphlet may be helpful, it does not necessarily indicate the patient's ability to accurately perform the task. Asking about feelings related to the procedure may provide useful information but does not assess the patient's knowledge or ability to perform the task.

The Nurse Teaches a Patient to Self-Administer Insulin