A client tells the nurse that she takes her prescribed medication immediately upon arising each morning and does not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes while she stays in an upright sitting position
The nurse determines that the client is adhering to the medication regimen because which drug has been prescribed?
A) Methotrexate
B) Allopurinol
C) Risedronate
D) Baclofen
Ans: C
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The client is taking a bisphosphonate, which requires that it be taken upon arising in the morning with 6 to 8 ounces of water, with the client remaining in an upright position. Methotrexate (a DMARD), allopurinol (uric acid inhibitor), and baclofen (skeletal muscle relaxant) are taken with or immediately after meals to minimize gastric distress.
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