A client is being discharged from the hospital and will be taking oral potassium chloride. The nurse should teach the client to take this medication
A) at bedtime.
B) between meals.
C) on an empty stomach.
D) with a glass of juice.

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Instruct the client to take liquid or tablet potassium supplements with a glass or more of water or juice or with food to prevent gastrointestinal irritation. Intolerable GI side effects may lead to the client not being compliant with the treatment regimen.

A Client Is Being Discharged from the Hospital and Will