The patient tells you that he experiences nausea when his TB medications are given at 9 am each day. What action is your priority at this time?
A. Teach the patient to follow the drug regimen exactly as prescribed.
B. Reschedule the patient's medication for 9 pm before going to bed.
C. Ask the dietitian to send up a snack for the patient to eat with the medications.
D. Contact the health care provider requesting an order for an oral antacid.
B
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