A student nurse prepares to administer oral medications to a patient with major depression,but the patient refuses the medication.The student nurse should:

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The patient has the right to refuse medication in most cases.The patient's reason for refusing should be ascertained,and the refusal should be reported to a unit nurse.Sometimes refusals are based on unpleasant side effects that can be ameliorated.Threats and manipulation are inappropriate.Medication refusal should be reported to permit appropriate intervention.

A Student Nurse Prepares to Administer Oral Medications to a Patient