When a patient refuses medication, the nurse must assess the reason and ensure the patient's safety and adherence to treatment plans.
Best Actions:
Report to the Physician:Ensures the healthcare provider is aware and can make necessary adjustments or provide alternatives.
Crushing Medication and Mixing:Bisacodyl tablets should not be crushed as it can alter the drug's effectiveness and increase side effects.
Informing about Dosing:Not helpful if the patient is already refusing.
Ice Chips:Not relevant to enhancing medication compliance.
References:
American Nurses Association (ANA) on patient medication administration
Pharmacology guidelines on Bisacodyl administration
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