Which precaution is most important to teach an older patient who is starting histamine H2 blockers for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

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Older adults are more likely to experience drowsiness and acute confusion when taking these drugs.They should avoid driving or operating dangerous equipment until they know how the drug affects them.Although the drug should be taken with a meal or before bedtime,the safety issue with the confusion and drowsiness has the highest priority.Avoiding caffeine and elevating the head of the bed are helpful for GERD but are not related to drug therapy.

Which Precaution Is Most Important to Teach an Older Patient