Which client statement indicates that further teaching is needed?
a. "I will not drive while I am taking these medications because they may cause drowsiness."
b. "I may take Tylenol to treat the headache caused by ondansetron (Zofran)."
c. "I will apply the scopolamine patches to rotating sites on my arms."
d. "I should take my prescribed antiemetic before receiving my chemotherapy dose and continue afterwards."
Answer: c. "I will apply the scopolamine patches to rotating sites on my arms."
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A) True B) False
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