Explain a patient education strategy you might recommend for assisting your patient with the management of their health needs. Be specific and provide examples.

Explain a patient education strategy you might recommend for assisting your patient with the management of their health needs. Be specific and provide examples.

Education for my patient on coping with the diagnosis of community-acquired

pneumonia would include prevention of future recurrence. This would include providing good

oral care with the use of prescribed medications for COPD, and if on nebulizer treatments,

rinsing of the medication administration apparatus. Personal hygiene and cleaning equipment

reduce the risk of infection in patients with compromised health (Cutler & Davis, 2005).

For diabetic management, education would include adherence to prescribed medications

and compliance with following up with appointments. Keeping a diary to bring with him to all

his appointments. Maintaining a healthy diet and discussing concerns that prevent adherence

with his health care provider who can be a resource for community assistance, counseling, and

home care services for regular education if needed. Home health services can also assist with the

management of other comorbidities that affect his general health. If caregivers are available,

education can be extended to them to assist the patient to succeed, (Sefah et al, 2020