NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

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A nurse is teaching a class for clients about OTC medications. The nurse determines that education has been effective when the clients make which of the following statements?

I will check with my provider first before I take any OTC medicine
A pharmacist can tell me how to take the OTC medicine
After reading all the directions on the label, I will call the healthcare provider's office if they are not clear
Medicines that are available OTC are really safe, or they would be prescription medicines

The correct answer is: I will check with my provider first before I take any OTC medicine

The correct answer is A. This statement demonstrates an understanding of the importance of consulting with a healthcare provider before taking any over-the-counter medication. It is crucial for individuals to check with their provider first to ensure the medication will not interact with any existing health conditions or other medications they may be taking. Options B, C, and D could lead to incorrect assumptions about the safety or proper usage of over-the-counter medications without consulting a healthcare provider first. While pharmacists can provide guidance, it is still essential to involve the healthcare provider in the decision-making process. Similarly, relying solely on reading the directions on the label or assuming that all OTC medications are safe can be risky without professional medical advice.