A patient with a diabetic foot ulcer will need to perform dressing changes after discharge.When should the nurse schedule the teaching sessions?
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 débrides the wound
D) Before the patient undergoes flow studies of his affected leg

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Teaching should be scheduled when the patient is most likely to be alert and receptive, which is after a restful nap. Pain, anticipation of procedures, or the effects of medication can impair a patient's ability to focus and retain information.

A Patient with a Diabetic Foot Ulcer Will Need to Perform