Question

A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions concerning food—drug interactions. Which statements by the client indicate correct understanding of the discharge instructions? Select all that apply.

A. "I cannot take one of my medications with grapefruit juice because it will decrease the absorption of the medication."

B. "If I take my medication with hot tea, it will not affect absorption."

C. "I should take my daily vitamin 2 hours after my medication so they do not affect each other."

D. "I should take my medications with water to avoid any problems with my medications being absorbed."

E. "I need to be sure to read the prescription label because the pharmacist will indicate if I need to take my medication with food or without food."

Answer 1

Different varieties of foods may interact with the drugs and cause alterations in the desired effects of drug.
Some foods may interferre with the drug absorption and cause increase or decrease in drug absorption.

Some foods may alter the effect of drug and cause increase in drug action or decrease its effect.
Some drugs when taken empty stomach may cause nausea and vomiting. Some drugs need to be taken empty stomach to achieve the desired effect.
The statement that indicate client understanding of food drug interaction are:

A. "I cannot take one of my medications with grapefruit juice because it will decrease the absorption of the medication."
C. "I should take my daily vitamin 2 hours after my medication so they do not affect each other."
E. "I need to be sure to read the prescription label because the pharmacist will indicate if I need to take my medication with food or without food."