Asked by Irene Martinez on Sep 25, 2024
A patient has been admitted for a skin graft following third degree burns to the bilateral calves. The plan of care involves 3 days inpatient and 6 months outpatient treatment, to include home care and dressing changes. When should the nurse initiate the educational plan?
A) After the operation and the patient is awake
B) On admission, along with the initial assessment
C) The day before the patient is to be discharged
D) When narcotics are no longer needed routinely
Bilateral Calves
Pertaining to both the right and left calf muscles of the legs.
Educational Plan
An educational plan outlines objectives, strategies, and resources for achieving educational goals, either for individuals or institutions.
- Understand the importance and timing of educational planning in patient care.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance and timing of educational planning in patient care.