A nurse is teaching a client about how to complete a wound dressing change. Which of the following conditions must be met before learning will occur?
A) Must be able to memorize the instructions, relay this information to a partner, and demonstrate the dressing change.
B) Must master the dressing change at the time it is taught, repeat the demonstration for the nurse, and teach another person.
C) Must be able to speak the language of the nurse, have time to practice the dressing change, and master the dressing change in a short time.
D) Must have the necessary ability, a sensory image of how to carry out the dressing change, and an opportunity to practice the dressing change.

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For learning to occur, especially in a practical skill like wound dressing, the learner must have the necessary ability to understand and perform the task, a clear sensory image or understanding of how to carry out the procedure, and an opportunity to practice the skill to reinforce learning. This approach supports gradual skill acquisition and confidence building.

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