The nurse is teaching a class about over-the-counter (OTC) medications at a senior citizen center. Which statement by a participant indicates the teaching was effective?
1. "Over-the-counter medications are safe, as long as we don't take them at the same time as our prescription medications."
2. "Over-the-counter medications are safe; otherwise, they would require a prescription."
3. "We should not take any over-the-counter medications without first calling our primary health care provider because these medications can interact with other prescriptions or products."
4. "We must read all the label directions before taking any over-the-counter medications."
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Some OTC medications can be taken with prescription medications; others cannot.
Rationale 2: Although they have a high margin of safety, OTC medications are not without risks.
Rationale 3: Elderly clients often take multiple medications and should consult with their health care provider before taking any over-the-counter medication or supplement to ensure there are no risks for drug interactions.
Rationale 4: It is important for clients to read all directions on the label, but this will not protect them if there is a contraindication with another medication they are taking; therefore, they must consult their primary health care provider before taking any OTC medications.
Global Rationale: Elderly clients often take multiple medications and should consult with their health care provider before taking any over-the-counter medication or supplement to ensure there are no risks for drug interactions. This statement indicates adequate understanding of the session. Some OTC medications can be taken with prescription medications; others cannot. Although they have a high margin of safety, OTC medications are not without risks. It is important for clients to read all directions on the label, but this will not protect them if there is a contraindication with another medication they are taking; therefore, they must consult their primary health care provider before taking any OTC medications.
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