A Patient Is Taking Several Medications,including Twice-Daily Dosages of Antacids

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient is taking several medications,including twice-daily dosages of antacids.What important information about taking the antacids should the nurse give this patient?

• A)The medications can be taken with the antacids.
• B)The antacids should be taken 1 to 2 hours before or after the other medications.
• C)The antacids should be taken at least 4 hours apart from the other medications.
• D)The patient will not be able to take the antacid therapy at this time.

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