Which statement is the best example of a psychomotor learning objective for a student nurse?

Correct answer: C. The student will perform oral suctioning safely.

  • A. The student will value patient privacy.
  • B. The student will describe the steps of suctioning.
  • C. The student will perform oral suctioning safely.
  • D. The student will understand airway obstruction.

Explanation

A psychomotor objective describes an observable physical skill, such as performing oral suctioning safely. Valuing privacy is affective, while describing and understanding are mainly cognitive outcomes.

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