Which teaching approach is demonstrated when the nurse provides guidance while the patient performs the sterile dressing change?

A. Telling involves providing information to the patient in a one-way manner without significant interaction or involvement from the patient in performing the task. B. Reinforcing is when the nurse encourages or praises the patient for performing the task correctly, but this does not involve active participation in the task itself. C. Participating is the correct answer. This approach involves the nurse and patient working together. The nurse provides guidance while the patient is actively performing the task, fostering skill development and confidence. D. Entrusting involves allowing the patient to take responsibility for their care and making decisions independently, typically after initial guidance. This does not match the scenario where the nurse is still guiding the patient.