Over time, the continuous feeding is increased to 80 ml/hour and changed to full strength formula. The nurse plans to teach Mr. Rusk how to manage the continuous feeding when Mrs. Rusk is discharged.
Before beginning the teaching plan, what action is most important for the nurse to implement?
A. Ask about the couple's financial resources
B. Learn Mrs. Rusk's anticipated discharge date
C. Determine if Mr. Rusk feels ready to learn the skill
D. Obtain information about the couple's educational level
