A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has oral candidiasis and a new prescription for nystatin suspension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
“I will take the medication on an empty stomach”
"l will store the medication at room temperature."
"I Will only need to take this medication for a few days."
"1 will spit the medication out after swishing it around my mouth."
The Correct Answer is B
A. Taking the medication on an empty stomach is not necessary
B. Storing the medication at room temperature is correct to prevent degradation and reduced efficacy.
C. The duration of treatment with nystatin suspension varies depending on the severity of the infection as fungal infections require days to weeks to clear completely
D. After swishing, it's usually recommended to hold the medicine in the mouth for as long as possible before swallowing, to maximize its effectiveness
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Iron absorption is enhanced when taken between meals as some foods may inhibit absorption especially if the food contains tannins, calcium and fiber. Taking ferrous sulfate tablets between meals helps maximize iron absorption and ensures optimal effectiveness in treating iron deficiency anemia.
A. Taking ferrous sulfate between meals does not prevent constipation.
B. Taking iron supplements with food may help reduce gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and irritation.
C. Ferrous sulfate can cause nausea regardless of time taken
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Crushing or breaking naproxen tablets can alter their pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics leading to an increased risk of gastrointestinal side effects or reduced
effectiveness of the medication. The tablet should therefore be taken whole.
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