A nurse is performing discharge teaching for an elderly client with osteoporosis. Which instruction about taking a calcium supplement should the nurse include?
a) Take the supplement with meals or with orange juice.
b) Take the supplement on an empty stomach with a full glass of water.
c) Remain in an upright position 30 minutes after taking the supplement.
d) Take weekly on the same day and at the same time.
Answer: a) Take the supplement with meals or with orange juice.
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