Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is reviewing the prescriptions for a client who is pregnant and is taking digoxin.Which of the following actions should the nurse take to best evaluate the client's medication adherence?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Check the client's serum medication level. This action is the most direct and objective method to evaluate medication adherence. By measuring the actual concentration of the medication in the client's blood, the nurse can determine if the prescribed medication is being taken as directed. This method provides concrete evidence of adherence compared to just asking the client (A), which may not always be reliable. Determining the apical pulse rate (B) and assessing kidney function (D) are important aspects of client care but are not directly related to evaluating medication adherence.