The Care recipient (cr) does not take medications as prescribed

Try: # explain the purpose of the medication # discuss the benefits of the medications decreases pain makes cr feel better # remind cr that he or she is happier when symptoms are gone and meds help do that # change medication times to reduce side effects # use pill containers to help organize med times and to keep track of whether cr is taking meds

Materials: # pill scheduler container # note cards

Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Emotional Psychological

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*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

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