A patient is prescribed oral iron supplementation.What should the nurse tell the patient to do while on this treatment?

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To prevent esophageal irritation or corrosion,patients on an iron supplement should avoid reclining positions for 15 to 30 minutes after taking the drug.Antacids and milk may cause decreased iron absorption; iron tablets should be taken whole and not crushed; and clients should continue to eat foods high in iron.

A Patient Is Prescribed Oral Iron Supplementation