The client has been prescribed zolpidem (Ambien)for the short-term management of insomnia.What information should the nurse include when teaching the client about this medication?
A)For best results,take the medication just prior to bedtime.
B)Take the medication at dinnertime to avoid gastric upset.
C)Do not take the medication with any liquid that contains calcium.
D)Drink an entire glass of water with the dose to avoid kidney stones.

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Zolpidem (Ambien) should be taken just prior to bedtime to allow for a full 7-8 hours of sleep, as it can cause drowsiness and impaired alertness. It should not be taken with or immediately after a meal, as it can delay the onset of action. Calcium-containing liquids do not affect the medication, and there is no evidence to suggest that drinking a glass of water with the dose will prevent kidney stones.

The Client Has Been Prescribed Zolpidem (Ambien)for the Short-Term Management