The Nurse Is Planning Teaching for a Client Who Was

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is planning teaching for a client who was admitted with myxedema coma and diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Which of the following strategies isbest for the nurse to use?

• A)Delay teaching until client discharge.
• B)Ensure privacy by asking visitors to leave.
• C)Provide written handouts of all information.
• D)Offer multiple options for management of therapies.

Identify the characteristics and benefits of different types of retirement plans (e.g., 401k, Roth IRA).

Apply the concept of time value of money to retirement saving and investment strategies.

Evaluate investment choices based on their potential tax benefits or liabilities.

Learn the importance of annual contributions and their effects on the future value of retirement savings.

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