A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has peptic ulcer disease and a new prescription for sucralfate tablets. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?

A. "Take sucralfate 1 hr before meals": Sucralfate should be taken on an empty stomach, typically 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals. This allows the medication to form a protective barrier over the ulcer without interference from food. B. "Take the tablets whole": While it's true that sucralfate tablets should generally be taken whole, tablets can also be crushed and dissolved in water for clients who have difficulty swallowing, so this is not mandatory. C. "An antacid may be taken with the medication if indigestion occurs": Antacids should not be taken within 30 minutes of sucralfate because they can interfere with its effectiveness by altering the pH of the stomach and preventing proper ulcer protection. D. "Store sucralfate in the refrigerator": Sucralfate should be stored at room temperature, not in the refrigerator. Storing it in the fridge may affect the stability of the medication. Room temperature storage is the recommended practice.