The nurse should teach a client taking an antacid to take it one ...

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The nurse should teach a client taking an antacid to take it one hour after meals because:
 
  a. the antacid will coat the stomach more effectively.
  b. the antacid has a much longer duration of action.
  c. the meal is digested better without the presence of an antacid.
  d. the antacid needs to be taken on an empty stomach.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about antacid therapy?
 
  a. All antacid preparations have equal acid-neutralizing ability when taken as recommended on the label.
  b. The sodium content of antacids is too low to be of concern to any client.
  c. Antacid tablets should be swallowed whole, without chewing.
  d. Gas released by effervescent antacid solutions may lead to distention and secretion of additional hydrochloric acid.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not a true statement.
B Correct: When administered one hour after meals, antacids have a duration of three to four hours.
C Incorrect: This is not a rationale for the timing of antacid administration.
D Incorrect: If taken on an empty stomach, the duration is only 30 minutes.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is a false statement.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This is a false statement.
D Correct: For this reason, effervescent antacids should not be ingested until the fizzing has stopped.

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