Oral iron is prescribed for a child with iron deficiency anemia. The nurse provides instructions to the mother regarding the administration of the iron. The nurse instructs the mother to administer the iron:
1. Between meals
2. Just before a meal
3. Just after the meal
4. With a fruit low in vitamin C
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Rationale: The mother should be instructed to administer oral iron supplements between meals. The iron should be given with a citrus fruit or juice high in vitamin C because vitamin C increases the absorption of iron by the body.
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