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The 83-year-old tells the nurse, 'I’m not taking my medication because it’s too expensive and I really don’t need it anymore.' Before responding to the client, the nurse should consider that the most common reason for older clients to discontinue their medications is which of the following?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Fear of outliving resources is a common reason older adults stop medications, reflecting financial concerns. Lack of information, taste changes, and seeking attention are less common.

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