NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
A client refuses their prescribed medication, stating, 'I don't need it.' What is the nurse's best initial response?
Exploring the client's reasons for refusal allows the nurse to understand their concerns, provide clarification, and potentially address misconceptions.
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Question: A client refuses their prescribed medication, stating, 'I don't need it.' What is the nurse's best initial response?
Answer options:
- Document the refusal and move on.
- Insist the client take the medication for their health. ✅ Explore the client's reasons for refusing the medication.
- Explain the severe consequences of not taking it.
Correct answer: Explore the client's reasons for refusing the medication.
Explanation: Exploring the client's reasons for refusal allows the nurse to understand their concerns, provide clarification, and potentially address misconceptions.
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