After teaching the patient about taking oral iron preparations for a moderate iron-deficiency anemia,which of the following patient statements indicates to the nurse that additional instruction is needed?

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Black stools are a common and expected side effect of taking oral iron supplements due to the iron not being fully absorbed by the body. This does not typically indicate a need for medical intervention, so the patient's statement suggests a misunderstanding that requires further education.

After Teaching the Patient About Taking Oral Iron Preparations for a Moderate