Care of the patient with a blood or lymphatic disorder: When instructing the patient taking an oral liquid iron preparation, what should the nurse include?

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When instructing the patient taking an oral liquid iron preparation, what should the nurse include?

Rafael Del Rio · Accepted Answer

Information relative to taking preparation through a straw to prevent staining of teeth. (all oral iron preparations should be taken before meals. 
dairy products interfere with absorption of iron)

Care of the patient with a blood or lymphatic disorder

When instructing the patient taking an oral liquid iron preparation, what should the nurse include?

Information relative to taking preparation through a straw to prevent staining of teeth. (all oral iron preparations should be taken before meals. dairy products interfere with absorption of iron)

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