A nurse is caring for a client. The client states, "I don't want to take any medication.”. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Tell the client the physician wants the client to take the medicine.

Explain the purpose for the medication.

Ask the client why they are being difficult.

Document that the client refuses the medication.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale:

Telling the client that the physician wants them to take the medicine may not address the client’s concerns or fears about the medication.

Choice B rationale:

Explaining the purpose of the medication is important, but it does not directly address the client’s refusal.

Choice C rationale:

Asking the client why they are being difficult could escalate the situation and is not a respectful or therapeutic response.

Choice D rationale:

Documenting that the client refuses the medication is the most appropriate action as it accurately records the client’s decision and can inform future care planning.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale:
Allopathic medicine refers to traditional Western medicine. The patient has switched from this to a chiropractor, which is considered an alternative therapy.
Choice B rationale:
Complementary therapies are used in conjunction with allopathic medicine, not in place of it.
Choice C rationale:
The patient has not switched to a complementary therapy, but rather from allopathic medicine to an alternative therapy.
Choice D rationale:
The patient has not switched from an alternative therapy to allopathic medicine, but the other way around.

A. Banana shake. B. Grape juice. C. Scrambled eggs with avocado. D. Milk.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:
A banana shake is not appropriate because it is not a clear liquid. Clear liquids are foods that are clear and liquid at room temperature.
Choice B rationale:
Grape juice is a clear liquid, which is appropriate for a client who is 2 hours post-op and receiving a clear liquid diet.
Choice C rationale:
Scrambled eggs with avocado is not a clear liquid. It is a solid food, which is not appropriate for a client who is 2 hours post-op and receiving a clear liquid diet.
Choice D rationale:
Milk is not a clear liquid. It is a dairy product, which is not appropriate for a client who is 2 hours post-op and receiving a clear liquid diet.

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