A pregnant patient with significant iron-deficiency anemia is prescribed iron supplements. The patient explains to the nurse that she cannot take iron because it makes her nauseous. What is the best response by the nurse?

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Iron taken at bedtime may be easier to tolerate. All the anss are true statements; however, only the option that states that iron taken at bedtime may be easier to tolerate addresses both optimal absorption of iron and alleviation of nausea, which will not be noticeable during sleep. It is true that taking iron with milk will decrease the symptoms; however, it will also decrease absorption.

A Pregnant Patient with Significant Iron-Deficiency Anemia Is Prescribed Iron