The nurse is assessing a client's learning needs regarding changing an ostomy bag. Which parameters would the nurse assess? Select all that apply.
A)Client's learning needs for changing the bag
B)Client's beliefs about an ostomy
C)Client's emotional readiness
D)Client's ability to move arms and hands
E)Client's relationship with parents

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The nurse would assess the client's learning needs for changing the bag (A) to understand what the client already knows and what they need to learn. The client's beliefs about an ostomy (B) could affect their willingness to learn and engage in self-care. The client's emotional readiness (C) is crucial because emotional distress could hinder the learning process. The client's ability to move arms and hands (D) is directly related to their physical capability to perform the task of changing the ostomy bag. The client's relationship with parents (E) is not directly relevant to their ability to learn how to change an ostomy bag.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client's Learning Needs Regarding Changing