The physician ordered a brand name drug for the client, paroxetine (Paxil). After taking this medication for a year, the client tells the nurse that it is no longer working. What is the best assessment of the nurse at this time?

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The nurse should first verify if the client is taking the brand name drug (Paxil) or a generic version (paroxetine), as there can be differences in efficacy or patient perception between brand name and generic drugs.

The Physician Ordered a Brand Name Drug for the Client