The Nurse Is Performing an Admission Assessment on a Patient

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is performing an admission assessment on a patient with depression. The patient takes a prescription antidepressant and tells the nurse that she also takes herbal supplements. The nurse is unsure of whether the medication and herbal supplements interact with one another. What is the nurse's best action?

• A) Ask the health care provider about potential interactions.
• B) Consult a pharmacological reference text.
• C) Consult a homeopathic reference text.
• D) Ask the pharmacist about potential interactions.

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Definitions:

Drawee

The party in a financial transaction, such as a check or draft, upon whom the order to pay is made; typically a bank.

Presenter's Warranties

Guarantees provided by the individual or entity presenting a document (e.g., a check or draft) indicating its authenticity and validity.

Payment

The transfer of money or goods from one party to another in exchange for goods, services, or to fulfill a legal obligation.

Acceptance

In contract law, the expression of assent to the terms of an offer in such a manner that a binding contract is formed between the parties.