Anatomy & Physiology I/II · practice question
A 62-year-old client on a postoperative unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to gastrointestinal digestion and absorption. Assessment data include the client reports a new symptom that differs from the baseline assessment. Before teaching, what should the nurse assess first?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. Immediate safety, readiness to learn, literacy, cultural needs, barriers, and baseline understanding.
Why
Teaching is effective only after safety and learning readiness are confirmed; the RN cannot delegate assessment of learning needs on unstable clients.
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