Question

a nurse is caring for a client who is having difficulty remembering to take their prescribed medication three times each day. the nurse should identify that which of the following alternate forms of the medication can help to promote adherence to the prescribed dosage? liquid suspension immediate - release capsule extended - release tablet powder form

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Liquid suspension: Requires measuring and taking multiple times daily, not helpful for adherence.
• Immediate - release capsule: Needs to be taken multiple times a day (as the client needs three times daily), so it doesn't reduce the frequency of dosing.
• Extended - release tablet: This type of medication is designed to release the drug slowly over an extended period. So, instead of taking the medication three times a day, the client can take the extended - release tablet less frequently (e.g., once or twice a day), which helps in promoting adherence as there are fewer doses to remember.
• Powder form: Usually needs to be reconstituted and taken multiple times, not aiding in reducing dosing frequency.

Answer:

C. Extended - release tablet