The nurse has instructed a client on the self-administration of oral iron tablets. Which client statement indicates the need for further clarification?

Question

1. "I should take this medication with meals, along with a big glass of milk."
2. "If I get constipated while I am taking this drug, I need to talk to my provider."
3. "I will have blood drawn after 3 or 4 weeks to see if this drug is improving my red blood cell count."
4. "The medicine will help my body build red blood cells."

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The client should take the drug on an empty stomach.
Rationale 2: The client does need to discuss constipation with a health care professional.
Rationale 3: The client will need to have a blood draw in 3–4 weeks. Typically, there is a good response if the client takes the drug consistently.
Rationale 4: Iron does assist the body to build red blood cells.
Global Rationale: The client should take the drug on an empty stomach. The client does need to discuss constipation with a health care professional. The client will need to have a blood draw in 3–4 weeks. Typically, there is a good response if the client takes the drug consistently. Iron does assist the body to build red blood cells.