Teaching the patient/caregiver about her or his medications is an important step in reducing the risk of medication errors. What is an important teaching point about medications? (Select all that apply.)
A) Speak up and ask questions.
B) Store medications in a warm humid place.
C) Adjust your medication according to how you feel.
D) Keep a list of your prescribed medications.
E) Take all medications together in the morning.
A, D
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Appropriate patient teaching will reduce the risk of medication errors and complications. Nurses teach patients to speak up, ask questions, and act as his or her own advocate when medications are being prescribed. He should keep a complete list of medications and have a copy available at all times in case of accident. Store drugs in a dry, cool place away from children and pets that could be harmed. Take medications as they have been prescribed and do not adjust dosage without authorization from the prescriber. Take medications at the time they are prescribed to be taken, always being aware that some drugs cannot be taken together.
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