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Category - Partnership

Carla is a 13-year-old girl who has just been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 1. Before discharge, the nurse conducts a teaching session that mainly focuses on blood sugarcontrol. As a nurse educator, the nurse makes use of which of the following methods of instruction when teaching Carla about diabetes care?
  1. Interactive computer software that discusses diabetes mellitus type 1 management
  2. A book that discusses diabetes care; the book is written by a celebrity with diabetes type 1
  3. Group discussion that focuses on diabetes management; the group consists of teen-agers with diabetes type 1
  4. A pamphlet that contains steps and tips on how to manage diabetes mellitus type 2
Explanation
Answer: A - An interactive software program is the most effective method of instruction for adolescents. Before conducting a teaching session, it is essential to select a method of instruction that will most effectively educate the client. As an educator, the nurse should recognize that the choice of instruction is dependent on the client’s familiarity with the method. Keeping up to date with technology is vital to getting the attention of adolescents. Teenagers learn best when they interact with the information shared.
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