A nurse is caring for a female client in a clinic. Exhibits A nurse is planning to provide teaching to the client about the new prescription. For each teaching statement made by the nurse, click to specify if the teaching statement is indicated or contraindicated for the client.

Here are the indications for each teaching statement: “It is expected for your stools to be black while taking this medication.” Indicated: This is a common side effect of iron supplements like ferrous sulfate. “Take this medication with an antacid if you experience heartburn from the medication.” Contraindicated: Antacids can interfere with the absorption of iron. It’s better to take the iron supplement with vitamin C or a source of vitamin C to enhance absorption. “Drinking orange juice with this medication decreases the absorption of the medication.” Contraindicated: This statement is incorrect. Vitamin C, found in orange juice, actually enhances the absorption of iron. “You can take this medication with meals if you experience discomfort when taking it on an empty stomach.” Indicated: Taking iron supplements with food can help reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, although it may slightly reduce absorption. Teaching Statement Indicated Contraindicated It is expected for your stools to be black while taking this medication. ✓ Take this medication with an antacid if you experience heartburn from the medication. ✓ Drinking orange juice with this medication decreases the absorption of the medication. ✓ You can take this medication with meals if you experience discomfort when taking it on an empty stomach.