Prior to discharge, a patient with diabetes needs to learn how to check a finger-stick blood sugar reading before taking insulin. Which action will best help the patient remember proper technique?
A)Encouraging the patient to check the blood sugar each time the nurse gives insulin
B)Providing feedback after the patient takes the blood sugar reading for the first time
C)Verbally instructing the patient about how to obtain a finger-stick blood sugar reading
D)Offering a brochure that describes the technique for checking a blood sugar reading

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Encouraging the patient to check the blood sugar each time the nurse gives insulin provides hands-on practice and repetition, which are effective for learning and remembering the technique.

Prior to Discharge, a Patient with Diabetes Needs to Learn