Which of the following interventions should a nurse perform for a patient who is experiencing gastric upset while taking magnesium salicylate?

Question

A) Administer the drug with orange juice.
B) Include fiber-rich food in the patient's diet.
C) Administer antacids to minimize GI distress.
D) Ensure drug is given at least 3 hours before meals.

Answer 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
The nurse may administer antacids to minimize GI distress. Instead of orange juice, the nurse may administer the drug with milk to alleviate gastric upset. The nurse can also administer the drug with food to relieve gastric upset instead of giving the drug 3 hours before a meal. Including fiber-rich food in the patient's diet will not significantly relieve gastric upset.