Acid-neutralizing capacity (ANC) is an important consideration in choice of antacid. The nurse realizes that further client education is necessary when the client expresses which of the following ideas?
a. "Antacids with a high ANC are more effective than those with a low ANC."
b. "ANC is a measure of the quantity of hydrochloric acid an antacid product can neutralize."
c. "I will require smaller amounts of antacid if the ANC value is high."
d. "Antacids with a high ANC can only be obtained by prescription."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
B Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
C Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
D Correct: This is not true, meaning more teaching is needed.
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