Support and Teaching

No.	Competency Item	NAC	DEV	COM	DTE	EXC
CN-03-01	Demonstrate ability to assess the learning needs of the client and family.
CN-03-02	Demonstrate ability to use effective communication skills and techniques to establish a therapeutic nurse - client relationship.
	Demonstrate ability to develop a plan to address the learning needs of the client and family considering areas such as:
CN-03-03	knowledge, skills, attitudes
CN-03-04	acceptance of limitations of the disability
CN-03-05	clients optimum level of functioning.
CN-03-06	Demonstrate ability to identify the coping mechanisms being used by the client and family.
CN-03-07	Demonstrate ability to select the appropriate time and place for client teaching, based on readiness, resources, and response.
CN-03-08	Demonstrate the ability to support the client and family as they cope with illness, loss, recovery, and rehabilitation.
CN-03-09	Demonstrate ability to provide emotional and psychological interventions to client and family throughout the rehabilitation process.
CN-03-10	Demonstrate ability to assess on an ongoing basis the client and family response to treatment and care, and adjust teaching and support as required.