A prescription's directions read "prn". Which of the following instructions should be given to the patient about the prescription?

Take the medication by mouth
Take the medication as needed
Take the medication exactly as directed
Take the medication as soon as possible

Take the medication as needed

Rationale: The abbreviation "prn" means "as needed". Therefore, the patient should be instructed to take the medication as needed.

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