While reviewing a patient's medications for the day, the nurse notes the patient is prescribed Creon (pancrelipase) three times daily. Which of the following actions by the nurse is best?
A) Provide the medication 30 min after the patient's meals.
B) Provide the medication immediately before or with the patient's meals.
C) Provide the medication at least 60 min before the patient's meals.
D) Provide the medication evenly spaced throughout the day with no correlation with meals.

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Creon is a pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy used to help digest fats, proteins, and carbohydrates in patients with pancreatic enzyme deficiencies. It should be given with meals or snacks to ensure adequate absorption and effectiveness. Therefore, the best action for the nurse is to provide the medication immediately before or with the patient's meals.

While Reviewing a Patient's Medications for the Day, the Nurse