The nurse is preparing to review a client's current medications. Which question is the most important for the nurse to ask the client?
A. "Where do you store your medications in your home?"
B. "Do you carry health insurance?"
C. "Can you tell me about any over-the-counter or prescription medications that you take?"
D. "Can you tell me how much the co-pay is for your medications?"
Answer: C
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