Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoporosis and is prescribed alendronate 70 mg PO weekly. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Taking alendronate with a full glass of plain water, not milk, is recommended to optimize absorption and minimize the risk of esophageal irritation. Using milk may interfere with the absorption of the medication. Additionally, while remaining upright is important, the statement about reading the paper does not explicitly confirm the client remains upright, indicating a need for clearer instruction.