NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

A nurse is preparing to teach a client how to take care of a newly created colostomy. Which of the following factors can decrease the client's ability to learn?

1. Discomfort

2. Impaired cognitive level

3. Language barrier

4. Unreadiness to learn

The correct answer is: Discomfort

Discomfort can significantly hinder a client's ability to learn how to take care of a newly created colostomy. When someone is in discomfort, they may have difficulty focusing, retaining information, and processing new instructions. This can interfere with their ability to comprehend and retain the information required for stoma care. While impaired cognitive level, language barrier, and unreadiness to learn can also impact a client's ability to learn, discomfort directly affects the client's physical and emotional state, making it more difficult for them to engage in the learning process effectively.