A patient with chronic gastritis stops taking prescribed medication and uses ginger tea instead. What should the nurse realize is occurring with this patient?
A. Cannot afford the medication
B. Using a complementary therapy for the symptoms.
C. In denial of the disease
D. Needs to see the healthcare provider immediately
Answer: B
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