A home health nurse is teaching a patient about a new medication he will be starting in the morning. The patient lives with his son's family, including two spirited children less than 6 years old. The patient replies, "I just can't learn new information like I used to." The nurse will plan to

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The process of teaching new information requires the nurse to prepare the learning environment. Providing as much privacy as possible and minimizing distractions and noise can help ensure that the patient is comfortable discussing the treatment plan. Scheduling daily visits to administer medications defeats the purpose of teaching. Teaching the family to give the medication is unnecessary because the patient is able to care for himself. Telling the patient it is unsafe to take his medication is a false statement.

A Home Health Nurse Is Teaching a Patient About a New