Practice Question
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoporosis and is prescribed alendronate 70 mg PO weekly. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
I take my alendronate at the same day every week with an 8-ounce glass of milk.'
Rationale:
🔥 Alendronate is a bisphosphonate used for osteoporosis and should be taken on an empty stomach with plain water, not with milk or any other food or beverage.
🔥Taking it with milk or other food can decrease absorption.
🔥The client should also remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking the medication to prevent esophageal irritation.
🔥The client's statement about taking it with milk indicates a need for further teaching.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
- Answer Choices: 4