An older adult patient is having difficulty remembering when to take several of the prescribed medications.To improve the patient's compliance with the medication regimen,the nurse:

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The regimen should be simplified as much as possible;using a drug dispenser could make the daily process less complicated.If the patient is still unable to manage this task,the nurse could consult with the provider about decreasing frequency or changing medications,or the nurse could ask the spouse to administer the medications if this were acceptable to the patient.But the easiest and most cost-effective action is to try a pill dispenser.

An Older Adult Patient Is Having Difficulty Remembering When to Take