The client has been ordered treatment with Sucralfate. The nurse recognizes that what is the most optimal dosage schedule for the drug?
a. 7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 9:00 PM
b. 8:00 AM, 12:00 noon, 5:00 PM, and 10:00 PM
c. 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 11:00 PM
d. 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM, and 12:00 midnight
ANS: A
Sucralfate should be given before meals and at bedtime.
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