The nurse is evaluating the client's understanding of how to take ...

[dakota nelson]

The nurse is evaluating the client's understanding of how to take her iron supplements. Which statement demonstrates client understanding?
 
  a. I take one pill three times a day, rather than one large dose to increase absorption of the iron.
  b. I can take all three tablets at one time, but I have to take them on an empty stomach.
  c. I take one pill three times a day, rather than one large dose to decrease the gastric irritation.
  d. I take the enteric-coated iron tablets to increase the absorption of the medication.

Question 2

The nurse preparing to administer a dose of Epogen must be aware to:
 
  a. administer this agent by rapid IV push.
  b. not shake the drug solution, which will deactivate it.
  c. monitor the client closely for tachycardia.
  d. reassess client for allergies to phenytoin.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: This demonstrates client understanding.
B Incorrect: One large dose will result in decreased absorption of iron.
C Incorrect: This is not the rationale for divided doses.
D Incorrect: Enteric-coated tablets are not recommended, because these may not release the proper amount of iron in the duodenum.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is a false statement.
B Correct: The solution must not be shaken.
C Incorrect: This is not necessary with this agent.
D Incorrect: This is not necessary with this agent.

[dakota nelson]

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