What Instructions Should the Nurse Include When Teaching a Patient

question 6

Multiple Choice

What instructions should the nurse include when teaching a patient regarding a new prescription for an oral iron supplement?

• A) Supplements should be taken between meals on an empty stomach.
• B) Medication should be drunk from a nonmetal glass.
• C) The color of the stool will change to dark green or black.
• D) Constipation is likely to occur.

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