A client with rheumatoid arthritis informs the nurse that since he has been in remission and not having any symptoms, he doesn't need to take his medication any longer. What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "If you don't take your medication, you will become very ill."
B) "Be sure to let the physician know after you stop your medications."
C) "It is important that you continue to take your medication to avoid an acute exacerbation."
D) "As long as you are not having symptoms, you can take a medication vacation."
C
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Even with remission, most people must continue taking prescribed medications to avoid another acute exacerbation. The client should be encouraged to maintain the therapeutic regimen in order to avoid an exacerbation and prolong the period of remission as long as possible. If the client is considering the discontinuation of the medication, he should notify the physician prior. The nurse is not at liberty to allow the client to discontinue medication use. Informing the client he will become ill if he discontinues the medication does not inform them of the rationale.
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