Practice Question
A nurse is completing a medication history for a client who reports using calcium carbonate antacid. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make about taking this medication?
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Correct Answer:
Drink a glass of water after taking the medication.
Rationale:
💠 Calcium carbonate antacids can cause constipation, and adequate fluid intake helps reduce this adverse effect by promoting bowel motility.
💠 Taking the antacid with water also aids in optimal dissolution and absorption in the stomach.
💠 Antacids should not be taken with dairy products because calcium from dairy can increase the risk of hypercalcemia and kidney stones.
💠 High sodium intake can worsen fluid retention, but this is not directly related to antacid use, making hydration the priority recommendation.
💠 Lifestyle and dietary measures, such as maintaining a high-fiber diet, further reduce constipation risk while on calcium carbonate therapy.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN Custom Exam(s)
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