A patient asks the nurse about using over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The nurse will tell the patient that OTC medications
a. are not as effective as prescription medications.
b. are not as safe as prescription medications.
c. have fewer side effects and drug interactions than prescription medications.
d. should be included when listing any medications taken by the patient.
ANS: D
OTC medications should always be included when listing medications because they can cause drug interactions. OTC medications can be as effective and as safe as prescription medications and have as many side effects and adverse reactions.
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