The home health nurse evaluates a patient being treated for a peptic ulcer with Riopan (antacid) and famotidine (histamine receptor blocker). Which statement made by the patient indicates a need for further instruction?
a. "I know famotidine will not interfere with my Coumadin."
b. "I take the Riopan at least 2 hours after any of my other drugs."
c. "Boy! That Riopan keeps my stomach happy!"
d. "I take both those meds at the same time every morning."
ANS: D
Antacids should not be taken with other drugs, because the absorption of the other drugs may be affected.
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