A nurse discusses home arrangements and safety factors related to emptying and changing the patient's new colostomy bag. The patient has strong concerns about visibility of any stored colostomy supplies. Which teaching-learning principle does this example demonstrate?

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An informed patient is better able to manage health care, is more compliant with the plan of care, and as a result, experiences more positive outcomes. Active learning facilitates the learning process. A patient who is educated regarding his or her condition and plan of care is less likely to refuse the plan of care in lieu of his or her own plan, less likely to complain more when the plan is revised, and less likely to demand explanation for each intervention. The other answer choices are also teaching-learning principles, but they are not reflected in the scenario.

A Nurse Discusses Home Arrangements and Safety Factors Related to Emptying