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Catherine Safari
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Which assessment finding indicates that the patient is at risk for developing polypharmacy?

A) The patient stores medications in the kitchen cabinet.
B) The patient takes four different medications for congestive heart failure.
C) The patient requires financial assistance to pay for prescriptions.
D) The patient obtains all prescription medications from a mail-order pharmacy.

Polypharmacy

The concurrent use of multiple medications by a patient, especially common in elderly populations, which can increase the risk of adverse drug interactions and complications.

Congestive Heart Failure

A chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood sufficiently, leading to symptoms like breathlessness, edema, and fatigue.

Medications

Substances used in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases and as part of medical therapy.

  • Identify risks and strategies to manage polypharmacy in patients.
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