A nurse asks a client to explain the instructions in the client’s own words after teaching. What is the main purpose of this action?
Correct answer: A. To check the client’s understanding
- A. To check the client’s understanding
- B. To test the client’s memory of terms
- C. To measure the nurse’s speaking speed
- D. To identify the client’s educational level
Explanation
Using the client’s own words helps the nurse verify understanding and identify information that needs clarification. It is not mainly a test of medical vocabulary or the nurse’s speaking speed.
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