A nurse is preparing an educational program for residents of a retirement community regarding medication management. What information should the nurse include? Select all that apply
A) Establish a routine for taking medications, such as preparing medication for each day in different containers.
B) Schedule medications at mealtimes or in conjunction with other specific activities unless contraindicated.
C) Develop a method for remembering if you have actually taken your medication, such as moving it to a different place.
D) Use a pill box.
E) Obtain all of your medications from the same pharmacy.
A, B, C, D, E
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