A client is taking antacids with an antibiotic. The nurse's ...

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A client is taking antacids with an antibiotic. The nurse's instructions are based on the fact that antacids such as aluminum hydroxide (Amphojel) can:
 
  a. increase drug absorption.
  b. slow drug metabolism.
  c. increase drug metabolism.
  d. slow or block drug absorption.

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a client's cultural background. What is part of this assessment? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Communication patterns
  b. Orientation to time
  c. Organizational skills
  d. Social organization
  e. Work ethic
  f. Biological variations

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Antacids impair medication absorption by changing the pH and surface area of the gastric lining. Many drugs are formulated to be absorbed in an acidic environment, and antacids make the environment more alkaline.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D, F
These are the components that need to be assessed. Organizational skills and work ethic are more related to personality type than to culture.