The client prescribed fluoxetine refuses to take the medication after three days, stating the medication is causing him to be drowsy "even during the day." The best response by the nurse is:
a. "These initial side effects can be difficult, but they generally decrease with continued use of the medication."
b. "These side effects are serious. You should stop taking the medication."
c. "I'll inform your health care provider that you no longer want to take this medication."
d. "Prozac is prescribed for a serious psychiatric disorder; therefore, you cannot refuse to take this medication."
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is a true and appropriate response by the nurse.
B Incorrect: This encourages noncompliance.
C Incorrect: This encourages noncompliance and is not supportive of the client's therapy.
D Incorrect: This comment may encourage noncompliance because the nurse states that the client "must."
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