To help prevent drug-drug interactions in an older adult patient taking many medications, the most appropriate instruction by the nurse is

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The information about drug use and possible interactions is obtained when the patient brings all prescribed medications, OTC medications, and supplements to every health care appointment. The patient should discuss the use of any OTC medications with the health care provider and obtain all prescribed medications from the same pharmacy, but these interventions alone will not prevent drug-drug interactions among prescribed drugs, OTC drugs, and any herbal supplements. Use of a medication reminder system will help the patient take medications as scheduled but will not prevent drug-drug interactions.

To Help Prevent Drug-Drug Interactions in an Older Adult Patient