Pn fundamentals 2023
Pn fundamentals 2023 ( 55 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who refuses their morning dose of antihypertensive medication. The client tells the nurse. "I'm not going to take this medication because it makes me sick and dizzy." Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Documentation is important but should occur after addressing the client’s concerns.
Returning the medication is appropriate if the client ultimately refuses it, but initial discussion is needed first.
Informing the client of the potential consequences of refusing their medication respects their autonomy while ensuring they understand how it may impact their health. This is the first step to address concerns and provide education.
Notifying the provider is necessary if the client continues to refuse after education, as the provider may need to adjust the prescription.
A. Documentation is important but should occur after addressing the client’s concerns.
B. Returning the medication is appropriate if the client ultimately refuses it, but initial discussion is needed first.
C. Informing the client of the potential consequences of refusing their medication respects their autonomy while ensuring they understand how it may impact their health. This is the first step to address concerns and provide education.
D. Notifying the provider is necessary if the client continues to refuse after education, as the provider may need to adjust the prescription.