The Nurse Learns That an Orthodox Jewish Client Has Not

The nurse learns that an Orthodox Jewish client has not started taking recently prescribed diltiazem extended-release capsules.  The client states "I cannot take the medication in this form."  What is the nurse's first action?

A) Ask the health care provider to prescribe a different calcium channel blocker
B) Consult with the pharmacist to see if an alternate form of the drug is available
C) Open the capsule and sprinkle the medication in a cup of applesauce
D) Warn the client about the dangers of uncontrolled hypertension

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