You notice that Sally,a student on your unit,is giving information to an anxious young teen who seems very uncertain about preparation for an upper GI series.After Sally leaves the room,you ask her how she thought her conversation with the patient went and:
A)Encourage her to ask the patient if he has questions or concerns about the procedure.
B)Advise her to consider providing the patient with more information.
C)Suggest that she leave some brochures on the procedure with the patient.
D)Suggest that she also provide teaching to the adolescent's parents.

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The Five Steps to Safer Health Care for Patients includes the step of asking questions if there are doubts or concerns.The nurse can encourage patients to take a larger role in care by taking these steps and by providing patients with coaching in the steps.

You Notice That Sally,a Student on Your Unit,is Giving Information