During the preoperative interview the nurse obtains information about the client's medication history. Which of the following is not necessary to record about the client?
a) Current use of medications, herbs, and vitamins
b) Over the counter medication use in the last 6 weeks.
c) Steroid use in the last year.
d) Use of all drugs taken in the last 18 months.
Ans: d) Use of all drugs taken in the last 18 months.
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a. Make observations. b. Ask the patient direct questions. c. Phrase questions to require "yes" or "no" answers. d. Frequently reassure the patient to reduce guilt feelings.