The nurse is providing patient education to a patient who is to begin taking atovaquone and proguanil (Malarone). Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of the administration of this medication? "I will take proguanil
a. with food or milk."
b. at least 2 hours after a meal."
c. on an empty stomach to promote absorption."
d. at least 1 hour after food or drink."
A
Taking proguanil with food or milk reduces gastrointestinal upset; no further teaching is required.
Proguanil should not be taken on an empty stomach or 1 hour after eating or drinking; these statements indicate that further teaching is required.
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