A nurse is giving instructions to a patient who will be receiving oral iron supplements. Which instructions will be included in the teaching plan?
A) Take the iron tablets with milk or antacids.
B) Crush the pills as needed to help with swallowing.
C) Take the iron tablets with meals if gastrointestinal distress occurs.
D) If black tarry stools occur, report it to the doctor immediately.
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