Which of the following actions is most likely to communicate a clear and effective message from the nurse to the patient?
A)Using medical terminology around the patient to instill confidence in the nurse's knowledge.
B)Providing discharge instructions when a patient and their family are packed and waiting to go home.
C)Educating the patient about a hysterectomy upon admission and while in the post-surgical unit.
D)Teaching a patient about caring for their incision site when they are moved into the PACU.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Educating the patient about a hysterectomy upon admission and while in the post-surgical unit is most likely to communicate a clear and effective message from the nurse to the patient. Communication and teaching must be performed using methods the patient can understand. Additionally, the patient must be in a position to receive the information: not rushed for time or managing pain after a procedure.

Which of the Following Actions Is Most Likely to Communicate