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    Lpn pharmacology Proctored Exam( Prism career institute)

    A nurse is reviewing the medication profile of a geriatric patient who has several comorbidities. Which finding would warrant priority action?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The patient takes 4 medications each day. Taking multiple medications is common in geriatric patients and does not warrant immediate priority action unless there is evidence of polypharmacy or interactions. B. The patient states that the medications are delivered by the local pharmacy. This is a routine aspect of medication management and does not present an immediate concern. C. The patient is able to describe each medication and why it is being taken. This indicates that the patient is knowledgeable about their medications, which is positive and does not require immediate action. D. The patient skips a dose of certain medications sometimes. Skipping doses can lead to subtherapeutic levels of medication, potentially worsening the patient's condition or leading to medication errors. This requires immediate attention to ensure proper adherence to the medication regimen.

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