A patient with a diabetic foot ulcer will need to perform dressing changes after discharge.When should the nurse schedule the teaching session(s)?
A) Within 10 minutes after his next dose of oral pain medication
B) After the patient wakes up from a restful nap
C) Before the surgeon debrides the wound
D) Before the patient undergoes flow studies of his affected leg

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For learning to be most effective,teaching must occur when the patient is most receptive.A patient's capacity to take in new information is reduced when he is anxious,in this example about testing or treatment,or is tired,or experiencing pain.Therefore,the best time to teach this patient is when he is rested,such as after a restful nap.Ten minutes is not enough time for oral medication to take effect and relieve pain.

A Patient with a Diabetic Foot Ulcer Will Need to Perform