ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
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A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Take this medication 30 minutes before meals. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that works best when taken on an empty stomach to maximize its effectiveness in reducing stomach acid production. Taking it before meals allows for optimal absorption and efficacy.
Choice B is incorrect because omeprazole may take a few days to weeks to provide full relief from heartburn.
Choice C is incorrect as taking omeprazole with an antacid may decrease its effectiveness.
Choice D is incorrect because omeprazole capsules should not be crushed as it can affect the drug's release mechanism.
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