Which patient statement to the nurse indicates a need for additional instruction about taking oral ferrous sulfate?
a. "I will call my health care provider if my stools turn black."
b. "I will take a stool softener if I feel constipated occasionally."
c. "I should take the iron with orange juice about an hour before eating."
d. "I should increase my fluid and fiber intake while I am taking iron tablets."
ANS: A
It is normal for the stools to appear black when a patient is taking iron, and the patient should not call the doctor about this. The other patient statements are correct.
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