HESI RN
Care Hope College 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, what information should the nurse include in the discharge instructions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ferrous sulfate is best absorbed on an empty stomach, 2 hours after meals (
C). Bedtime dosing (
A) isn’t specific to absorption. Crushing enteric-coated tablets (
B) disrupts their protective coating. Multivitamins (
D) may contain minerals that reduce iron absorption.
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