You are giving discharge instructions to a patient who will be taking antacid for gastric problems. Which response is correct when taking antacids? (Select all that apply.)
1. Antacids must be taken with a lower fiber diet.
2. Antacids should be taken at HS.
3. Antacids serve as a gastric buffer.
4. Antacids must be taken between meals.
2, 3, 4
Antacid neutralizes gastric acid, thus antacids are most beneficial if given between meals and at bedtime.
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