A patient who has been instructed to use a liquid antacid medication to treat gastrointestinal upset asks the nurse about how to take this medication. What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?

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The nurse should instruct the patient to take the liquid antacid medication 60 minutes after meals and at bedtime. This timing ensures that the medication is not taken too close to food or other medications, and allows for the medication to have a longer lasting effect throughout the night. The nurse should not recommend taking a laxative unless specifically prescribed by a healthcare provider. Taking the medication with water is recommended to aid in absorption, but taking it with milk may interfere with its effectiveness.

A Patient Who Has Been Instructed to Use a Liquid