Gastrointestinal medications
Gastrointestinal medications ( 8 Questions)
A nurse is administering an antacid medication to a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the client?
Incorrect. Antacid medications can be taken with or without food, depending on the client's preference or specific instructions from the healthcare provider.
Incorrect. Antacid medications do not need to be crushed before swallowing. They are typically available as tablets, chewable tablets, or liquids.
Incorrect. Taking antacid medication immediately before bedtime is not necessary or recommended unless specifically prescribed by the healthcare provider. The timing of antacid administration can vary based on the client's symptoms and medication regimen.
Correct. Antacid medications can interfere with the absorption of other medications. Therefore, the client should be advised to avoid taking other medications within 1 hour of taking an antacid.
D) Correct. Antacid medications can interfere with the absorption of other medications. Therefore, the client should be advised to avoid taking other medications within 1 hour of taking an antacid.
A) Incorrect. Antacid medications can be taken with or without food, depending on the client's preference or specific instructions from the healthcare provider.
B) Incorrect. Antacid medications do not need to be crushed before swallowing. They are typically available as tablets, chewable tablets, or liquids.
C) Incorrect. Taking antacid medication immediately before bedtime is not necessary or recommended unless specifically prescribed by the healthcare provider. The timing of antacid administration can vary based on the client's symptoms and medication regimen.