A Patient Will Be Taking Bisphosphonate Alendronate (Fosamax)

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient will be taking bisphosphonate alendronate (Fosamax) .What instruction should the nurse provide to the patient regarding administration? As instructed by the nurse,when should the patient take this medication?

• A)In the evening just before bedtime
• B)In the morning, with an 240-mL glass of water
• C)With the first bite of the morning meal
• D)Between meals, on an empty stomach

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