During a Home Visit,the Patient Asks If His Spouse Could

question 1

Multiple Choice

During a home visit,the patient asks if his spouse could take one of the patient's prescribed pain pills for a severe headache.How should the nurse respond to this request?

• A) Explain that only 1 dose is permitted to be taken.
• B) Suggest the spouse use an over-the-counter pain medication instead.
• C) Discuss how frequently the spouse can safely take the prescribed pain medication.
• D) Ask the spouse to contact the health care provider for a prescription for the medication.

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