The home health nurse is preparing to educate a client on his or her newly prescribed medications. Which of the following nursing statements are appropriate to be included in this discussion? (Se-lect all that apply.)
1. "This medication is designed to lower your blood pressure."
2. "Do you have medical insurance that covers the cost of medication?"
3. "The medication can make you dizzy especially if you stand up quickly."
4. "What do you think will be the most difficult thing about taking this medica-tion?"
5. "You will need to take this medication once a day; with breakfast seems to work best for most people."
6. "It is important that you don't miss taking the medication, If you do, take it when you remember but never take two at a time."
ANS: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6
Teaching clients about their medications and their side effects, ensuring adherence with the medication regimen, and evaluating the client's ability to self-administer medications are nursing responsibilities. The remaining option does not relate to the actually medication regimen.
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