A client with asthma as well as a musculoskeletal disorder is prescribed calcium carbonate as treatment for the musculoskeletal disorder. What advice, related to the intake of calcium carbonate, should the nurse give to the client?
A) Take other drugs 1 to 2 hours after taking calcium carbonate.
B) Avoid performing strenuous activity for 1 to 2 hours after taking calcium carbonate.
C) Take calcium carbonate before bedtime.
D) Ingest calcium carbonate with plenty of milk.
A
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