The Client Is Receiving a Very Expensive Medication

question 7

Multiple Choice

The client is receiving a very expensive medication. The client asks the nurse why the medicine is so expensive. What is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "I think the drug companies should be more accountable for lowering costs."
• B) "Drug companies are allowed to advertise medications and this adds to the cost."
• C) "It is expensive, but your insurance covers it so what are you complaining about"
• D) "Drug companies must recoup the cost of developing and producing the drug."

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Definitions:

Mental Disorder

A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, often leading to distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Individualism

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Symptoms Variation

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Involuntary Hospitalization

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