The nurse is contributing to the teaching plan of a patient who is prescribed niacin. What specific recommendation should be included in the teaching plan?
a. Take with meals or milk to avoid gastrointestinal upset.
b. Take aspirin 30 minutes before niacin to reduce flushing.
c. Increase intake of fruits and vegetables to reduce constipation.
d. Take 30 minutes before morning and evening meals to avoid gastrointestinal upset.
ANS: B
The patient should be instructed to take aspirin 30 minutes prior to taking the niacin to reduce flushing. A. C. D. The patient does not need to take niacin with meals or milk. This medication does not cause constipation. It also does not need to be taken before meals to avoid gastrointestinal distress.
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