The healthcare provider prescribes aluminum and magnesium hydroxide (Maalox), 1 tablet PO PRN, for a client with chronic renal failure who is complaining of indigestion. What intervention should the nurse implement?
A) Administer 30 minutes before eating.
B) Evaluate the effectiveness 1 hour after administration.
C) Instruct the client to swallow the tablet whole.
D) Question the healthcare provider's prescription.
Ans: D) Question the healthcare provider's prescription.
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