A nurse has cared for a patient who is being discharged later today. The patient will begin three new medications as part of her treatment plan. The primary role of the nurse in regard to the patient's drug therapy will be to
A) refer the patient to a social worker who will help her purchase the medications.
B) consult with several pharmacists to determine the cost of each drug.
C) educate the patient concerning the medications.
D) consult with the physician concerning choice of medications for the patient.
Question 2
A patient has a diagnosis of Parkinson disease, and the physician will prescribe carbidopa-levodopa. Before drug therapy, the patient should be carefully assessed for the presence of
A) macular degeneration.
B) closed-angle glaucoma.
C) peptic ulcer disease.
D) diabetes mellitus.
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