The nurse is preparing an educational program about the use of over-the-counter (OTC) medications for residents of an assisted living community. What information should the nurse include in this program? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. OTC medications can be used safely with alcohol.
2. OTC medications can safely be used with all herbal medications.
3. A person can accidentally overdose on medications containing acetaminophen.
4. The use of OTC drugs can result in increased out-of-pocket costs to patients since health insurance usually does not pay for OTC medication.
5. There is an increased risk of drug interactions with prescribed medications or overdose by the use of an OTC drug identical or similar to a prescribed drug.
3,4,5
Rationale: Alcohol can interact with medications, including OTC medications.
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