Question

A patient who is being treated for iron-deficiency anemia is prescribed ferrous sulfate tablets. The teaching plan for this patient should include which of these instructions? Select all that apply.

Choose all answers that apply:

A. "Your stools may turn dark green or black, but this is harmless."
B."Be sure to keep your iron pills out of the reach of young children."
C. "You should eat a low fiber diet when you are taking this medication."
D. "Avoid taking this medication with coffee."
E. "You should take this medication between meals on an empty stomach."
F. "Taking the medication with an antacid will decrease stomach irritation."

Answer 1

The teaching plan for a patient with iron-deficiency anemia should include instructions about stool color, medication storage, timing of medication intake, and use of antacids to reduce stomach irritation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The teaching plan for a patient being treated for iron-deficiency anemia and prescribed ferrous sulfate tablets should include the following instructions:

• A. "Your stools may turn dark green or black, but this is harmless."
• B. "Be sure to keep your iron pills out of the reach of young children."
• E. "You should take this medication between meals on an empty stomach."
• F. "Taking the medication with an antacid will decrease stomach irritation."