ATI FUNDAMENTALS PROCTORED EXAM |

1. A nurse is planning weight-loss strategies for a group of clients who are obese. Which of the following actions by the nurse will improve the client’s commitment to a long-term goal of weight loss? A. Attempt to increase the client’s self-motivation -Motivation to learn is a key part of improving a client’s commitment to achieving a health goal, as well as increasing the amount and speed of learning. B. Keep detailed records of each client’s progress -incorrect: This will help each client track individual progress but does not improve client progress toward individual goals. C. Test client learning after each teaching session -incorrect: Testing learning helps to determine whether outcomes are reached but does not affect each client’s commitment to the goal. D. Avoid discussing topics that might increase client’s anxiety -incorrect: Anxiety can interfere with learning and should be addressed early in the teaching process.