The nurse is instructing a client about taking a liquid iron preparation for the treatment of iron-deficiency anemia. What should the nurse include in the instructions?
A) Do not take medication with orange juice because it will delay absorption of the iron.
B) Iron may cause indigestion and should be taken with an antacid such as Mylanta.
C) Dilute the liquid preparation with another liquid such as juice and drink with a straw.
D) Discontinue the use of iron if your stool turns black.
C
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Dilute liquid preparations of iron with another liquid such as juice and drink with a straw to avoid staining the teeth. Avoid taking iron simultaneously with an antacid, which interferes with iron absorption. Drink orange juice or take other forms of vitamin C with iron to promote its absorption. Expect iron to color stool dark green or black.
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