The client is receiving a beta-blocker medication. The nurse has done medication education and provided the client with printed information to take home. During the next appointment, the nurse notes that the client is not taking the medication properly. What is a therapeutic assessment question to ask this client?
A. "Do I have to inform your healthcare provider about your noncompliance?"
B. "Why didn't you take your medicine as we talked about?"
C. "Are you able to read and comprehend the printed information?"
D. "Don't you understand how important it is to take the medicine?"
Answer: C
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