An older adult client informs the nurse that he takes over-the-counter chewable antacid tablets frequently when he has a sour stomach. Knowing that he chews these tablets regularly, what education should the nurse provide?

a. Avoid taking the chewable antacid tablets within 2 hours of any other drugs.
b. Avoid taking chewable antacid tablets within 2 hours of food intake.
c. Chewable antacid tablets must be kept refrigerated.
d. Avoid sunlight when taking chewable antacid tablets.


a. Avoid taking the chewable antacid tablets within 2 hours of any other drugs.
FEEDBACK:
a. Avoid taking the antacids within 2 hours of any other drugs, because of numerous interactions.
b. Chewable antacid tablets are safe to take with food. .
c. Chewable antacid tablets do not need to be refrigerated. .
d. Sunlight is not a known contraindication for taking chewable antacid tablets. .

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