A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client who has heart failure and is refusing to take a new medication. Which of the following responses should the nurse make
a. Ask the client about their concerns or reasons for refusing the medication and address any fears or misconceptions they may have.
b. Explain the potential benefits of the new medication and the risks of refusing it, using simple and clear language.
c. Offer alternative options for medication administration, such as liquid form or breaking the pill into smaller pieces if the client has difficulty swallowing.
d. Involve the client's family members or loved ones in the conversation to provide support and help address the client's concerns.