When Evaluating the Effectiveness of Discharge Teaching for an Older

Multiple Choice

When evaluating the effectiveness of discharge teaching for an older adult client who had a pacemaker implanted, the nurse determines the client has an appropriate understanding of the device when stating:

A) "The battery will need charging every 2 years or so."
B) "I'm supposed to call my doctor if my pulse is within 10 beats of my preset rate."
C) "My wife will have to be the one who makes the microwave popcorn."
D) "I'll take my pulse each morning before my first cup of coffee."