Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
A client who is taking digoxin asks the nurse if they can take an antacid for heartburn. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C. Antacids can interfere with the absorption of digoxin if taken simultaneously, leading to decreased drug effectiveness. Instructing the client to take the antacid at least 2 hours before or after digoxin administration helps avoid this interaction. Choice A is incorrect because taking antacids with digoxin directly may not be advisable. Choice B is incorrect as it oversimplifies the potential interaction between digoxin and antacids. Choice D is incorrect as it correctly identifies the interaction but does not provide a practical solution.