Which of the following subjects are appropriate teaching topics for the patient’s family?
  1. The physician’s cell number in case of emergency
  2. The reasons, side effects, dosage, and timing for every medication the patient will be taking
  3. Instructions about what to do if the patient decides to ambulate to use the bathroom
  4. Both B and C
Explanation
Answer: B-The family should be taught the reasons, side effects, dosage and timing for every medication the patient will be taking. Medications have a large impact on the patient’s ability to heal as well as providing pain control. The family should have knowledge of medications, as well as why they are used and where to obtain them, in order to support the patient’s healing process.
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