Patient Education
achieving an optimal level of health is the goal of....
patient education
Name the 4 ways you can address all learning styles during teaching demonstration
audiovisuals
examples
group discussions
activities
What is the term for normal glucose levels (70-99 fasting)
Euglycemia
What types of medications may need to be held or stopped in the pre-op period? (Name 2)
Anticoagulants
Diuretics
tranquilizers
adrenal steroids
vitamins
antibiotics (mycin group)
nicotine
To effectively teach this group of learners, you should use props, use praise, encouragement, dress up, coloring books.
Children
what is the best way to observe effectiveness of your teaching?
direct observation of task, teach back
This learning domain increases the patient's knowledge through answering questions, lecture, discussion, etc
Cognitive Domain
Hypoglycemia is a glucose level of...
70 or lower.
Name 4 common post-op complications
Hypovolemic shock
DVT/PE
Fluid overload
atelectasis
pneumonia
airway obstruction
surgical site infection
dehiscence
hemorrhage
To effectively teach this group of learners you should address factors that influence comprehension, allow adequate time for processing information and provide repetition
Older adults
What are 2 important things to document regarding patient teaching/effectiveness
patients response to teaching
the need for additional teaching.
This learning domain teaches skills and requires the learner to touch and manipulate equipment and practice skills
Psychomotor Domain
What is the difference between Type I and Type II diabetes?
Type I- absolute insulin deficiency due to autoimmune process (usually before age of 30)
Type II- insulin resistance or deficiency (related to obesity or sedentary lifestyle)-primarily in older adults
This is a preoperative patient identification process that verifies correct patient, procedure, and site.
Time Out
For this group of learners you should gather data about educational level, cultural preferences, and allow time for questions and to practice.
Adults
Name at least 4 ways the nurse embodies the role of the teacher.
Decrease illness risk
Decrease complications
Teach about side effect
Teach about lifestyle choices
Teach about testing, procedures, treatment plans (so that patients can make the best decisions)
Teach about medication administration
Teach family members about care
Teach about accurate information sources
Improve adherence, motivation, and self-management through understanding
Mentor (new nurses on the job)
Teach classes (Lamaze, diabetes, stroke)
Volunteer at the fair (screenings) or community outreach (schools, etc)
Teach at a technical school, college, or university
This learning domain is education that is intended to change attitudes via one on one discussion, reflecting on feelings, group discussions, role-playing, and modeling
Affective Domain
Name 4 symptoms of hyperglycemia.
Polyuria
Polydipsia
Polyphagia
Dehydration
Fatigue
Fruity odor to breath
Kussmaul breathing
Weight loss
Poor wound healing
Name 5 important pre-op client education topics
Surgical events and sensations
Ensure informed consent
Latex allergy or sensitivity
Site prep- Right site
Pain management
Physical activities
Deep breathing
Coughing
Incentive spirometry
Leg exercises
Turning in bed
For this group of learners you should assess the patient's development level and independence from parents/caregivers
Adolescents
use internet searches to find healthcare information
how to search for and evaluate healthcare information
Adults learn best when information is
Name 4 signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia
Shakiness
Nervousness/anxiety
Sweating
Chills/clamminess
Irritability
Confusion
Tachycardia
Lightheadedness/dizziness
Sleepiness
Blurred/Impaired vision
Tingling/numbness in lips/tongue
Headache
Weakness/fatigue
what is the nurses role when it comes to informed consent for surgery?
An important component of patient education is assessing this... (which is their ability to use skills to obtain, understand, and apply health information)
health literacy