An older patient is concerned about remembering to take prescribed medications. What strategies should the nurse recommend to this patient? Select all that apply.
1. Rely on habit to take the medication.
2. Use an assistive device such as a pillbox.
3. Suggest a family member provide the medication.
4. Discuss moving to an assisted living facility for safety.
5. Discuss reducing the number of medications with the physician.
1. Rely on habit to take the medication.
2. Use an assistive device such as a pillbox.
Explanation: 1. Reliance on habit helps to reduce the chances of forgetting vital information, such as taking prescribed medications.
2. Using assistive devices such as pillboxes helps to reduce the chances of forgetting vital information, such as taking prescribed medications.
3. Suggesting that a family member provide the medication would be an unnecessary burden to the family.
4. There is no reason for the patient to be transferred to an assisted living facility.
5. Consulting the healthcare provider to alter the drug schedule may be necessary but would be considered after other strategies have been tried.
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