HESI RN
HESI Pharmacology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
An older adult with iron deficiency anemia is being discharged with a prescription for ferrous sulfate enteric-coated tablets. To promote the best absorption of the medication, which information should the nurse include in the discharge instructions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ferrous sulfate is best absorbed on an empty stomach, 2 hours after meals (
D). Multivitamins (
A) may contain interfering minerals. Crushing (
B) destroys enteric coating. Bedtime (
C) is not optimal.
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