A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has peptic ulcer disease and a new prescription for sucralfate tablets. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?

"Store sucralfate in the refrigerator."

"Take sucralfate 1 hr before meals."

"Take the tablets whole."

"An antacid may be taken with the medication if indigestion occurs."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

B. Taking sucralfate before meals allows it to form a protective coating on the ulcer, which can help to reduce irritation and promote healing.

A. Storing sucralfate in the refrigerator is unnecessary. Sucralfate tablets should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

C. It can be dissolved or broken

D. Antacids can interfere with the effectiveness of sucralfate by altering its pH-dependent mechanism of action. Therefore, they should be taken at least 30 minutes before or after sucralfate.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Baclofen is a muscle relaxant use to manage muscle spasm in clients with neuromuscular disorders such as multiple sclerosis. Dizziness and drowsiness are among the common side effects of baclofen. Concurrent use of antihistamines can worsen the drowsiness because antihistamines also have a sedative effect

A. Baclofen commonly causes constipation

C. Baclofen can be taken even with a headache

D. Baclofen can be taken with or without food.

A. Grapefruit juice B. Smoked salmon C. Pepperoni D. Orange juice

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Grapefruit juice interacts with cyclosporine slowing down it's metabolism and excretion which can lead to increase blood levels potentially leading to toxicity. Clients taking cyclosporine should avoid consuming grapefruit juice.

B, C, D- smoked salmon, pepperoni, and orange juice do not typically have significant interactions with cyclosporine.

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