A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is starting therapy with sucralfate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. Store the medication in the refrigerator: Sucralfate does not require refrigeration; standard storage at room temperature is appropriate. B. Take the medication with an antacid: Antacids can interfere with sucralfate binding; they should not be taken at the same time (administer separately per provider/label). C. Take as needed for pain relief: Sucralfate is a mucosal protectant taken on a schedule (usually before meals and at bedtime), not only PRN for pain. D. Take the medication 1 hr before meals: Sucralfate is best taken about 1 hour before meals to form a protective barrier over the ulcer - this is the correct instruction.