title: Learning style theory and patient education.
abstract: This article argues for the use of learning style theory in patient education. Although nurses need to have a repertoire of teaching strategies as well as possess flexibility in teaching clients, research has demonstrated that nurses do not understand teaching and learning principles. This article discusses the theoretical tenets of Kolb's learning style theory and applies this theory to patient education.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Arndt
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Underwood
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007858:Learning; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000379:methods; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011582:Psychological Theory; D013663:Teaching / Q000379:methods