The nurse knows that the client did not adhere to a medication plan in the past due to severe side effects. What information would be most important to include in the client's teaching?
1. The need to monitor all body changes on a continuous basis
2. Hopefulness about managing side effects
3. Reassurance that side effects will not occur
4. A detailed explanation of all potential side effects
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Rationale: Side effects can be managed successfully and clients need to feel hopeful about their ability to work with the health care team in doing this. Although the client needs to know about potential side effects, the client should not be given only frightening information. Some side effects are a real possibility, and the nurse should not give false reassurance.
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