The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of instruction provided to a patient with a newly applied arm cast. Which statements indicate that additional teaching is required?

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Using a blow dryer on the cast can cause burns, and using a coat hanger to scratch under the cast can cause skin damage or lead to infection. These statements indicate that the patient needs additional teaching. Choices A, C, and D are all correct statements and indicate that the patient understands the instructions given.

The Nurse Is Evaluating the Effectiveness of Instruction Provided to a Patient