When teaching the client about a new medication,the nurse should include which information?
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The nurse should include information about adverse effects that can be expected, as well as which adverse effect to report to the health care provider. The nurse should also provide information on the drug's therapeutic action. While the chemical composition of the drug may be important to some clients, it is not typically included in patient education. The name of the drug manufacturer is also not typically included in patient education.

When Teaching the Client About a New Medication,the Nurse Should