An older adult who has OA receives a prescription for alendronate (Fosamax). Which instruction should the nurse include in patient teaching?
a. Use with a bisphosphonate medication.
b. Is available for oral use.
c. Take this medication for up to 2 years.
d. Consume up to 600 mg of calcium daily.
B
Fosamax is available for oral use. This medication is bisphosphonate therapy. No time limit on administration exists. The nurse instructs the patient to consume 1200 mg of calcium daily.
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