Which nursing action will be most effective in ensuring daily medication compliance for a patient with mild dementia?
a. Setting the medications up monthly in a medication box
b. Having the patient's family member administer the medication
c. Posting reminders to take the medications in the patient's house
d. Calling the patient weekly with a reminder to take the medication
ANS: B
Because the patient with mild dementia will have difficulty with learning new skills and forgetfulness, the most appropriate nursing action is to have someone else administer the drug. The other nursing actions will not be as effective in ensuring that the patient takes the medications.
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