Patient ________ refers to explaining to the patient or caregiver how to procure the prescribed medication, how to administer it, and what to look for when administering it.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
education
Patient refers to teaching patients and/or caregivers everything they need to know to take the medication safely. This includes how to procure the medication, how to administer it, and what signs or symptoms to look for when administering it.
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