Before teaching a group of patients about a low-salt diet, which action should the nurse take first?
Correct answer: B. Assess the patients' learning needs
- A. Select the final evaluation tool
- B. Assess the patients' learning needs
- C. Prepare all available teaching materials
- D. Give written instructions to each patient
Explanation
Assessment of learning needs identifies existing knowledge, readiness, language needs and misconceptions. This information guides the objectives, content, method and teaching aids.
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