A Key Component of Postoperative Discharge Instructions Requires Verification of Patient/family

question 20

Multiple Choice

A key component of postoperative discharge instructions requires verification of patient/family understanding of the instructions.A recent study found that only 67% of the discharge instruction comprehension was retained by day 3 postdischarge.What strategy best ensures patient/family understanding and comprehension of the discharge instructions?

• A) Written and signed instruction sheet with emergency and information contact numbers
• B) Follow-up e-mailed video clip of the patient/family teaching encounter
• C) Follow-up e-mail or telephone review of the discharge instructions on day 1 post discharge
• D) Patient/family teach-back of the discharge instructions to the nurse

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Definitions:

Bipedalism

The ability to walk on two legs, a characteristic feature of humans and our ancestors that allows for a range of motion and energy efficiency.

Hominids

A family of primates that includes humans, their ancestors, and other extinct related species, characterized by bipedalism, large brains, and complex behavior.

Cerebrum

A large, convoluted subdivision of the vertebrate brain; in humans, it functions as the center for learning, voluntary movement, and interpretation of sensation.

Primates

An order of mammals including humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians, characterized by large brains, forward-facing eyes, and complex social behaviors.