The LPN discusses the use of calcium carbonate (Tums) antacids with a client who suffers from chronic heartburn. The LPN would include which of the following instructions in the client teaching?

A. "Take the medication once daily with your other medications."
B. "You should drink a glass of water or milk after chewing the tablets."
C. "If you prefer to use the liquid preparations, they come premixed and should not be shaken."
D. "The medications generally start to work in 4 to 6 hours."


B

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