A nurse is conducting a medication assessment of an older adult client who will soon be receiving home care. Which of the following questions should the nurse include in this assessment? (Select all that apply.)
A) "Are you a smoker?"
B) "What is your typical diet?"
C) "What over-the-counter drugs do you use?"
D) "Do you use any herbs or dietary supplements?"
E) "Do you drink alcohol?"
Ans: A, C, D, E
Question relating to smoking, alcohol use, over-the-counter drugs, and herbs and dietary supplements should be included in a medication assessment. A client's diet, however, is not a common focus during a medication assessment.
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