What measures may the older adult take to reduce the high cost of prescription drugs? (Select all that apply.)
a. Simply not fill a new prescription
b. Take less than prescribed to preserve their supply
c. Fill all prescriptions at once
d. Save old prescription drugs for later use
e. Share medications
ANS: A, B, D, E
Filling prescriptions at one time can be costly even with a discount; therefore the older adult may pick and choose which ones to fill. All the other behaviors listed are methods whereby persons on a limited budget will attempt to preserve their supply of medications and contain costs.
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