The nurse is counseling a patient with diabetes, hypertension, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on his medications. To verify patient understanding of his medications, the nurse states, "You are taking Cymbalta (duloxetine) 60 mg once a day; do you know why you take that medication?" The nurse determines the patient has a good understanding of his medications if which of the following responses is given?
A) "I take that one to keep my blood sugar under control."
B) "I don't know honey, is that my little blue pill?"
C) "That helps with the pain in my feet."
D) "I think that is to lower my blood pressure."

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Cymbalta (duloxetine) is often prescribed for diabetic neuropathy, which can cause pain in the feet among patients with diabetes. This response indicates the patient understands the purpose of this medication in the context of his condition.

The Nurse Is Counseling a Patient with Diabetes, Hypertension, and Chronic