A 48-Year-Old Man Refuses to Take a Medication Ordered for the Control

question 39

Multiple Choice

A 48-year-old man refuses to take a medication ordered for the control of his blood pressure. The nurse's most effective response would be:

• A) "Your doctor expects you to be compliant."
• B) "You have the right to refuse. This medication keeps your blood pressure under control."
• C) "Fine. I will document that you are refusing this drug."
• D) "Are you aware that you could have a stroke?"