Patient Education Tips

This tip provides pointers for nurses and student nurses on how to address patient needs through effective patient education. A whole lot more study guides and tips on communication can be found in the members' area.

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From Episode 113 of the Nursing Show

Tip of The Week- Patient Education

Patient education is one of the most important service that nurses can provide. Though most nurses may not have the time to perform patient teachings, it is not an excuse to dismiss the task.

Patient understanding on their illness and the treatment process they have to go through is essential for them to cooperate and ensure post-discharge compliance especially for disorders needing permanent lifestyle or diet changes and maintenance medications.

For the teaching process to be a success, nurses should consider factors that may hinder understanding like language barriers, cultural differences, education, and age.

For tips on how to perform a successful patient teaching session and making patient  handouts, refer to the links below.

Guidelines for Preparing Patient Education Handouts

BNET Article on Patient Education and the Nursing Process

The Role of Patient Education in Nursing

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Patient Education Video Review (watch here or use download link below)

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Patient Education MP3 Review (click to play or use download link below)

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