A patient with peptic ulcer disease is prescribed an antacid suspension. Which instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct answer: A. Shake the suspension well before measuring
- A. Shake the suspension well before measuring
- B. Take it only with an empty stomach at bedtime
- C. Mix it with another medicine in the same cup
- D. Stop all prescribed ulcer treatment immediately
Explanation
Suspensions must be shaken so the medication is evenly distributed before the dose is measured. Antacids can interfere with absorption of other medicines, so prescribed timing and separation instructions should be followed.
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