Author Question: For the client taking enteric-coated aspirin for a heart condition, the nurse should instruct the ... (Read 54 times)

fnuegbu · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

For the client taking enteric-coated aspirin for a heart condition, the nurse should instruct the client:

a. crush the aspirin before taking it with the antacid.
b. avoid taking the antacid with water as this will dilute the antacid.
c. not to take his antacid within one to two hours of his EC (enteric-coated) aspirin.
d. EC aspirin and magnesium containing antacids cannot be taken together.

Question 2

Prior to preparing to administer a liquid antacid, the nurse must:

a. gently roll the bottle between the hands before pouring.
b. shake well to mix the liquid prior to pouring.
c. use a syringe to draw up the antacid, using aseptic technique.
d. pour the liquid with the label turned away from the palm of the your hand.

meltdown117 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: EC tablets should not be crushed.
B Incorrect: Antacids should be taken with a small amount of water to facilitate passage into the stomach.
C Correct: Antacids will alter the absorption of EC aspirin in the duodenum.
D Incorrect: The magnesium contents don't have a bearing of why EC products cannot be taken with antacids.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: The liquid must be shaken well.
B Correct: The liquid must be shaken well to mix it before pouring.
C Incorrect: This is usually is not done.
D Incorrect: The nurse always should palm the label when pouring liquids to prevent altering the appearance and clarity of the label.