An Older Client Does Not Take a Prescribed Diuretic as Planned

question 8

Multiple Choice

An older client does not take a prescribed diuretic as planned because of the inconvenience of having to urinate frequently, which interrupts scheduled activities. What action should the nurse take with this client?

• A) Insist the drug be taken as prescribed.
• B) Contact the physician to order another drug.
• C) Advise to take the drug in divided doses, half in the morning and half in the evening.
• D) Discuss the daily activity schedule and adjust the drug administration time accordingly.

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