NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

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A nurse is teaching a client about naproxen enteric-coated tablets. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

Drug absorption occurs in the stomach
Do not crush or chew the tablet
You should allow the tablet to dissolve in your mouth
You should expect immediate absorption of the drug

The correct answer is: Drug absorption occurs in the stomach

Naproxen enteric-coated tablets are designed to bypass the stomach and dissolve in the intestines for absorption. Therefore, it is important for the nurse to include the statement that drug absorption occurs in the stomach. This information is crucial for the client to understand the proper way the medication works and the reason why they should not crush or chew the tablet. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they contradict the proper administration method of naproxen enteric-coated tablets.