An Older Client Who Is Repeatedly Admitted to the Hospital

question 19

Multiple Choice

An older client who is repeatedly admitted to the hospital tells the nurse it is because of the inability to purchase prescribed medications. What should the nurse respond to the client?

• A) "Medical insurance covers these costs. Do you need help getting coverage?"
• B) "I'm not surprised that you can't afford them. You are on a lot of medications."
• C) "There are ways to reduce the cost of medications, such as using Medicare Part D."
• D) "I will contact our social services department for resources to obtain medications."

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