Multiple Choice
An older patient has several outdated prescriptions that need to be discarded. What should the nurse do to help safely remove these medications from the patient's home?
A) Flush them down the commode.
B) Place the medications in the trash.
C) Take them to a drug disposal station.
D) Dilute them with water before rinsing down the drain.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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