To Assist an Older, Confused Patient to Adhere to a Multidrug

question 3

Multiple Choice

To assist an older, confused patient to adhere to a multidrug regimen, the nurse will provide which recommendation?

• A) Avoid the use of OTC medications.
• B) Bring all medications to each clinic visit.
• C) Review the manufacturer's information insert about each medication.
• D) Save money by getting each drug at the pharmacy with the lowest price.

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Definitions:

Primary Motivation

A fundamental drive or psychological need that propels an individual's behavior and actions.

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies employed by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image by unconsciously denying or distorting reality.

Internal Stimuli

Events or occurrences within an individual's body that can influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Moral Beliefs

Ideals or principles that an individual holds regarding what is right and wrong or good and bad in behavior.