NAECB Patient Education 4

Question 1

A patient refuses to learn colostomy care, saying, 'I can't deal with this right now.' How should the educator respond?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the patient's feelings and reassess readiness later

Answer

Emotional readiness is a prerequisite for learning; acknowledging feelings and scheduling follow-up education respects patient autonomy and improves outcomes.

Question 2

A patient on a sodium-restricted diet for heart failure should be taught to limit daily sodium intake to no more than:

Accepted Answer

2,000 mg

Answer

Current guidelines for heart failure patients typically recommend limiting sodium to 2,000 mg (2 g) per day to reduce fluid retention.

Question 3

Which assessment finding indicates a patient is NOT ready to learn?

Accepted Answer

Patient is in acute pain rated 8/10

Answer

Acute pain significantly impairs concentration and information retention, making it a key barrier to learning readiness.

Question 4

When teaching an older adult patient, the educator should PRIMARILY account for which age-related change?

Accepted Answer

Possible slowing of processing speed and decreased short-term memory

Answer

Normal aging often involves slower cognitive processing and reduced short-term memory, requiring pacing adjustments and repetition in teaching.

Question 5

A patient is being educated about signs of hypoglycemia. Which symptom should be taught as the EARLIEST warning sign?

Accepted Answer

Shakiness, sweating, and rapid heartbeat

Answer

Shakiness, diaphoresis, and palpitations are autonomic symptoms that typically appear first as blood glucose drops, allowing the patient to treat hypoglycemia early.

NAECB Exam Practice Test

NAECB Exam Practice Test

NAECB Patient Education 4