The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Taking

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking many prescription medications for various health problems. Which direction from the nurse will help the patient avoid dangerous drug interactions?

• A) Only take over-the-counter medications.
• B) Have all of the prescriptions filled at the same pharmacy.
• C) Avoid taking generic preparations of prescribed medications.
• D) Only take the medications that the patient feels are necessary.

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