Which patient-teaching instructions are appropriate for a patient taking an antidysrhythmic drug? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Do not chew or crush extended-release forms of medication."
b. "Take the medication with food if gastrointestinal distress occurs."
c. "If a dose is missed, the missed dose should be taken along with the next dose that is due to be taken."
d. "Take the medications with an antacid if gastrointestinal distress occurs."
e. "Limit or avoid the use of caffeine."
f. "The presence of a capsule in the stool should be reported to the physician immediately."
ANS: A, B, E
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