Upon admission an 85-year-old client reports taking alendronate sodium (Fosamax) once weekly but states, "I can't remember why I take that one; I just know I take it on Monday." The best response by the nurse would be:

A. "Ok, I'll ask the pharmacy to give you some literature on that medication."
B. "Oh heavens, who can keep track of all the medications people take nowadays."
C. "That sounds like one of the new medications given for memory problems."
D. "That medication helps strengthen your bones and prevent fractures."


d

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