NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PHARMACOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The best thing the home health aide can do if a client refuses to take medication is to ____
A
Push the client to take the medication explaining that it is good for him
B
Try to find out why the client does not want to take the medication, and report it to the supervisor
C
Call 911 for emergency medical help
D
Call the client’s doctor immediately
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Drug abuse include. If a client refuses to take a medication an HHA should explain that take it can aide in their recovery. If they still refuse notify supervisor. Identify signs of drug misuse and abuse and know how to report these.

Detailed explanation-2: -Understand each patient’s medication-taking behaviors. Talk about side effects. Write it down. Collaborate with patients. Consider the financial burden to the patient. Assess health literacy. Reduce complexity. Follow up with patients. More items •22-Jan-2020

Detailed explanation-3: -Who is supporting the patient intaking his or her medicines? How often do they visit? What level of support do they provide-do they administer the medicines or prompt the patient to do it? 11-Sept-2013

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