ATI N180 Pharmacology Exam | Nurselytic

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A nurse is teaching a client who has osteoporosis and a new prescription for alendronate (Fosamax). Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Take this medication in the morning before eating. Alendronate should be taken on an empty stomach in the morning with a full glass of water, at least 30 minutes before consuming any food, drink, or other medications to maximize absorption. Taking it with meals (choice
A) can decrease absorption. Taking it with an antacid (choice
B) can impair absorption. Chewing the tablets (choice
D) is contraindicated as it can irritate the esophagus. There are no options beyond choice D.

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