The nurse is providing discharge instructions with a client who is prescribed three different medications. What should the nurse emphasize during this teaching?
1. Have someone double-check all medications before taking them.
2. Check with the primary provider before taking over-the-counter or herbal medications.
3. Decrease medication dosage if side effects result after taking medications.
4. Take medications with food.
Answer: 2
1. Unless the client is experiencing severe memory loss or dementia, it is not necessary to have someone check his medications.
2. Many over-the-counter medications and herbals can potentiate or decrease the effect of prescription medications. The client should be instructed to discuss all medications with the primary care provider.
3. The client should be instructed to notify the physician of side effects of medications taken.
4. Some medications are best taken with food, while others are taken on an empty stomach.
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