An older patient has been reading about the use of melatonin for sleep. Which statement indicates that the patient needs more instruction about this pharmacological agent?
1. "Melatonin is a hormone my body makes."
2. "Nausea is a side effect associated with melatonin."
3. "Older adults may have reduced levels of melatonin."
4. "I will need to have a prescription from my physician to obtain it."
4
Rationale: Melatonin is a natural hormone produced in the pineal gland.
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