A Patient Who Is Taking the Bisphosphonate Alendronate (Fosamax)has Been

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient who is taking the bisphosphonate alendronate (Fosamax) has been instructed to lie flat in bed for 2 days after having plastic surgery.What must the nurse tell the patient at this time?

• A)Continue to take the alendronate with water.
• B)Do not take the alendronate until it is possible to sit up for 30 minutes.
• C)Take the medication with breakfast.
• D)Stop taking the medication 72 hours before surgery.

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