A patient refuses to take any medication because he "can't afford it.". Which of the following should the nurse do to help this patient?
1. Find out of the patient is eligible for medication assistance counseling.
2. Call the health care provider.
3. Mark the medication as "refused" in the administration record.
4. Ask the patient how he expects to get better if he does not take the medication.
Find out if the patient is eligible for medication assistance counseling.
Nurses should assess their patients' health care coverage or insurance plan for potential referrals for financial assistance or counseling. Patients may be concerned about their current coverage or may lack coverage altogether. This concern can cause significant stress that may affect the patient's ability to rest and recover. It is premature to call the health care provider. Recording the patient's refusal to take the medication does not address the underlying issue of health care coverage. It is inappropriate to challenge the patient about taking the medication.
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