The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching for a Patient Who Is

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who is being discharged after a colostomy. Which comments by the patient indicate understanding of the discharge teaching? (Select all that apply.?

• A)"I will empty the pouch when it is less than half full."
• B)"I always check the seal and tape around the stoma after I shower."
• C)"I'm so glad I can eat all the foods I like now, including hot dogs."
• D)"I can spray deodorant into the pouch after I clean it."
• E)"I will not be concerned if there is no stool for several days."
• F)"I should change the pouch each morning and evening to prevent infection."

Distinguish between internal and external validity.

Grasp the importance and methods of replicating research findings.

Identify research design choices that might influence the external validity of a study.

Recognize the effect of pretesting on research findings and external validity.

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