A Client Refuses to Take a Medication for Depression

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client refuses to take a medication for depression.Which action should the nurse take next?

• A)Hide the medication in the client's food.
• B)Insist that the client take the medication.
• C)Explain the desired effect of the medication.
• D)Document that the medication was not administered.

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