A patient with HIV is not adhering to the prescribed medication therapy. Which nursing action will best improve patient compliance and the long-term treatment of the disease process?

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It is important for the nurse to open up a dialogue with the patient about their noncompliance behavior to better understand why they are having difficulty adhering to their medication regimen. By addressing potential barriers, the nurse can work with the patient to develop strategies to increase compliance and ultimately improve long-term treatment outcomes. Confronting the patient may cause resistance and further noncompliance, while suggesting a medication change may not be appropriate without a thorough understanding of the patient's medication history and side effects. Referring the patient to a social worker for medication cost assistance may be helpful but does not address the underlying issue of noncompliance.

A Patient with HIV Is Not Adhering to the Prescribed