One way to improve compliance for a patient with arthritis would be to:
A. suggest not using child safety caps on medication bottles.
B. encourage the patient to read medication information literature.
C. allow the patient to identify the drugs he requires on his own.
D. encourage the patient to take medication on an empty stomach.
Answer: A
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