Asked by Bre'Shunna Smith-Posey on May 22, 2024

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Mrs.Jhang,56,has an incision requiring a complex dressing change.The client is scheduled to be discharged home and the wound will require continued dressings at home.Which statement by the client indicates a need to postpone teaching?

A) "It's going to take time for me to understand this whole thing."
B) "Let's make sure my spouse is around before you start explaining."
C) "I wish my doctor had explained this in more depth."
D) "I'm feeling nauseous,but go ahead and start anyway."

Dressing Change

The process of removing an old wound covering and replacing it with a new, clean dressing to promote healing and prevent infection.

Nauseous

Feeling or experiencing the sensation of an urge to vomit, which can be caused by various conditions.

Postpone Teaching

Delaying the education or instruction of a patient, often due to circumstances such as their health status or readiness to learn.

  • Identify and overcome barriers to patient education, including timing and physical or emotional unpreparedness for learning.
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Thaanushini ThanabalasingamMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Feeling nauseous can indicate that the client is not in a good physical condition to receive teaching and it may not be effective to provide education at this time. The client may need time to rest and recover before receiving any further teaching.