The client is being treated with minocycline. The nurse anticipates what dosage schedule for the medication?

a. Coordinated with meals
b. Given once daily
c. Given on an empty stomach
d. Coordinated with bedtime


ANS: A
The absorption of doxycycline and minocycline is improved with food ingestion.

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